primly

UK
/ˈprɪm.li/
US
/ˈprɪm.li/

Translations

primlyadverb
UK
/ˈprɪm.li/
US
/ˈprɪm.li/
She sat primly on the edge of her chair.
Она сидела чопорно на краю своего стула.

Definitions

primlyadverb
In a formal, precise, or proper manner.
She sat primly at the table, ensuring her posture was perfect throughout the meal.
In an excessively or affectedly proper, prissy, or decorous manner.
He primly refused the informal invitation, insisting on following protocol.