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STRAITLACED

(adj.sat, adj.)
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There are 2 meanings of the word Straitlaced.

Straitlaced - as an adjective satellite

Exaggeratedly proper

Example: "My straitlaced aunt anna doesn't approve of my miniskirts"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
priggishprimprissyprudishpuritanicalsquare-toedstraight-lacedstraightlacedstrait-lacedtight-lacedvictorian

Straitlaced - as an adjective

Having narrow views on moral matters; prudish.

Example Sentences

"He comes from a straitlaced family that values tradition and decorum."
"The company has a strict dress code, so employees are expected to be straitlaced in their attire."
"She has always been seen as a straitlaced individual who follows the rules."
"The straitlaced teacher reprimanded the students for their unruly behavior."
"In the conservative town, anyone who dresses unconventionally is considered straitlaced."
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Word Game Points

Is STRAITLACED a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, straitlaced is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

STRAITLACED has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.

Is STRAITLACED a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, straitlaced is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
STRAITLACED has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 16.

Is STRAITLACED a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, straitlaced is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
STRAITLACED has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.

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