What is another word for goody two-shoes?

Pronunciation: [ɡˈʊdi tˈuːʃˈuːz] (IPA)

The term "goody two-shoes" is often used to describe someone who is excessively good or virtuous. However, there are many synonyms for this phrase. Some examples include; straight-laced, prissy, holier-than-thou, sanctimonious, and moralistic. Other relevant synonyms that convey a similar meaning include "stuffy", "uptight", "rigid", "smug" and "self-righteous". Each one of these words has its own shade of meaning, but they all add up to a list of alternative options that can be used to express disdain for someone who is always following the rules and acting in an overly virtuous manner.

What are the hypernyms for Goody two-shoes?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Famous quotes with Goody two-shoes

  • When I was in college I was accused of being a goody two-shoes. But every goody two-shoes has a bad side.
    Elizabeth Banks
  • "Hey, gang!" I squeaked in my terrifically accurate Mickey voice. "Everybody ready to shoot the ultimate Disney flick? The film that rips the lid off the goody two-shoes hypocrisy that lies sweltering beneath the surface of G-rated true-life adventures? Okay, you guys, let's get that hand-held Arriflex right down there between Minnie's legs! I wanna see closeups of quivering labia!"
    Harlan Ellison

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