Definition of Puritanical

practicing very strict moral or religious behavior

Examples of Puritanical in a sentence

My parents are extremely puritanical and will not allow me to date.  

Wanting the patrons to lead holier lives, the church preached puritanical values to the congregation.  

My parents sent me to live with my puritanical grandparents who punished me for my liberality.  

Because I tend to be puritanical in my beliefs, I do not drink alcohol.  

Dancing didn’t fit into the puritanical ideals of morality.  

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