puritan
1 synonym and 1 antonym for puritan, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A person who is extremely strict about morals, especially concerning pleasure or sex.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
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Antonyms
How to use puritan
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
puritan values
puritan work ethic
Etymology
From the historical religious movement of the Puritans, who sought to "purify" the Church of England of Catholic practices.
Full origin of puritan →Frequently asked questions
What does “puritan” mean?
The word “puritan” means a person who is extremely strict about morals, especially concerning pleasure or sex. In plain terms, someone (or, historically, a religious group) known for strict, disapproving views on pleasure and morality.
How do you pronounce “puritan”?
“Puritan” is pronounced PYOOR-rih-tuhn (/ˈpjʊ.ɹɪ.tən/ in IPA).
How do you use “puritan” in a sentence?
Here is “puritan” used in a sentence: “His coworkers joked that he was a bit of a puritan about drinking.”
What part of speech is “puritan”?
“Puritan” is a noun.
How many meanings does “puritan” have?
“Puritan” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a person who is extremely strict about morals, especially concerning pleasure or sex.
