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primly
[ˈprɪmli]
adverb
de forma prim; recatadamente; com compostura
1.
In a prim manner; with excessive propriety or formality; in a stiff or proper way
She primly adjusted her collar and looked away.
Ela ajustou recatadamente o seu colarinho e olhou para longe.
2.
In a manner suggesting prudishness or excessive modesty
He spoke primly about the scandal.
Ele falou de forma prim sobre o escândalo.
Synonyms
formally
stiffly
properly
decorously
demurely
piously
Antonyms
casually
informally
loosely
improperly
carelessly
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
de forma recatada; com compostura; de maneira prim
Common in formal and literary contexts
Portugal
de forma afetada; com compostura excessiva; recatadamente
Similar usage to Brazilian Portuguese, with slightly more emphasis on affected behavior
Related Idioms & Phrases
prim and proper - muito formal e apropriado
prim and prissy - excessivamente formal e delicado demais
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