prissily

/ˈprɪsɪli/
adverb
  1. In a way that is overly proper, fussy, or concerned with behaving in a prim and correct manner.
    • The cat prissily stepped around the puddle, lifting each paw with exaggerated care.
    • He prissily refused to eat anything that wasn't organic and locally sourced.
    • She prissily adjusted the doilies on the table before the guests arrived.
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