Nice-nelly.7z -

: A person who is shocked by anything they find immodest. Goody-goody : Someone who is smugly virtuous.

: Strictly following moral or religious codes regarding pleasure. Related Terms Nice-Nelly.7z

: Describes something marked by euphemism or prudishness. For example, a "Nice-Nelly expression" is a polite substitute for a word deemed offensive. : A person who is shocked by anything they find immodest

: The phrase gained popularity in the early 20th century (roughly 1920–1925) and is linked to the term Nice-Nellyism , which refers to the practice of being a Nice-Nelly . Common Synonyms Nice-Nelly.7z

: Refers to someone who exhibits an over-the-top concern for propriety or avoids anything they consider vulgar.