Definition of Primly

done in an extremely proper manner

Examples of Primly in a sentence

The wealthy exchange student sat primly in her freshly starched uniform.  🔊

With a prudish air, the girl primly crossed her arms and turned up her nose.  🔊

Although it was a casual event, the heiress dressed and behaved primly.  🔊

Years of etiquette training caused the proper woman to act primly even in situations that were informal.  🔊

When offered a drink, the stuffy woman primly shook her head and lifted her chin with pride.  🔊

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