What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
prude
Example
She's such a prude, she won't even watch R-rated movies. [prude: noun]
Example
He prudishly covered his eyes during the steamy scene in the movie. [prudishly: adverb]
killjoy
Example
Don't be such a killjoy, let's enjoy the party. [killjoy: noun]
Example
She always finds something wrong with our plans, she's such a killjoy. [killjoy: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Killjoy is more commonly used than prude in everyday language. Killjoy is versatile and covers a wide range of contexts, while prude is less common and refers to a specific type of behavior.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between prude and killjoy?
Both prude and killjoy are informal words and are not typically used in formal contexts.
