What does old-maidish mean?
Old-maidish means Like an old maid; prim; precise; particular..
Old-maidish
Pronunciation varies by accent · adjective
Meaning
Like an old maid; prim; precise; particular..
Example Sentences
‘You must forgive me,’ he said. ‘I take a ridiculous pleasure in what I eat and drink. It comes partly from being a bachelor, but mostly from a habit of taking a lot of trouble over details. It’s very pernickety and old-maidish really, but then when I’m working I generally have to eat my meals alone and it makes them more interesting when one takes trouble.’
At thirty-six, I'm no bargain in the marriage market. But Aunt Emily in Toronto, still single at fifty-six, is even more old-maidish than I am and yet she refuses the label.
Synonyms for old-maidish
Antonyms for old-maidish
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Word Forms
- more old-maidish
- most old-maidish
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for old-maidish?
Common synonyms include fastidious, old-womanish.
What is the opposite of old-maidish?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use old-maidish in a sentence?
‘You must forgive me,’ he said. ‘I take a ridiculous pleasure in what I eat and drink. It comes partly from being a bachelor, but mostly from a habit of taking a lot of trouble over details. It’s very pernickety and old-maidish really, but then when I’m working I generally have to eat my meals alone and it makes them more interesting when one takes trouble.’
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