schoolmasterish
/ˈskulˌmæstərɪʃ/
adjective
- Resembling or characteristic of a schoolmaster, especially in being strict, pedantic, or overly formal.
- The coach's schoolmasterish style didn't go over well with the team.
- She gave a schoolmasterish lecture on the importance of punctuality.
- His schoolmasterish attitude made the office feel like a classroom.