NOUN: "a person who is excessively or priggishly attentive to propriety or decorum" Crossword Clue

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NOUN: "a person who is excessively or priggishly attentive to propriety or decorum" Crossword Answer

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(noun)
1. a person excessively concerned about propriety and decorum

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

EXCESSIVELY (adverb)
1. to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits
ATTENTIVE (adjective)
1. taking heed; giving close and thoughtful attention
2. (often followed by `to’) giving care or attention

Hint 3: Anagram

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