straight-lacedly

Meanings

• adjective

  adhering strictly to conventional or traditional codes of behavior or dress

  - "She was a straight-laced girl who disapproved of her sister's wild behavior."
  - "The company had a straight-laced culture that required employees to wear suits and ties."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with straight-lacedly
acedily , bracedly , chastely , discreetly , gracefully , pacedly , precisely , restrainedly , tightly

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Variants

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straight face , straight faces , straight-faced , straight-facedly

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Etymology

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Originated in the late 1800s, possibly from the phrase 'strait-laced' which referred to a narrow, rigid belt.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'straight-laced' was first used in print in the late 1800s.

2. In some contexts, 'straight-laced' can be used as a compliment, indicating that someone is reliable and trustworthy.

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Related Concepts

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1. conformity: The degree to which individuals or groups adhere to social norms and expectations.

2. tradition: A belief or behavior passed down from one generation to the next.

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Culture

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In literature, 'straight-laced' characters are often portrayed as prudish or uptight, and their adherence to rules and conventions can be a source of humor or conflict.

How to Memorize "straight-lacedly"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a person dressed in a suit and tie, standing straight and rigid, with a narrow belt around their waist.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word with the image of a strict teacher or a prudish grandmother.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember the 'S' in straight-laced stands for 'strictly' or 'serious'.

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