: Strictly following moral or religious codes regarding pleasure. Related Terms
: Describes something marked by euphemism or prudishness. For example, a "Nice-Nelly expression" is a polite substitute for a word deemed offensive. Nice-Nelly.7z
: The phrase gained popularity in the early 20th century (roughly 1920–1925) and is linked to the term Nice-Nellyism , which refers to the practice of being a Nice-Nelly . Common Synonyms : Strictly following moral or religious codes regarding