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Preppy vs Perky - What's the difference?

preppy | perky |

As adjectives the difference between preppy and perky

is that preppy is relating to things (such as clothing) that are typical of students at prep schools while perky is lively or enthusiastic.

As a noun preppy

is a student of a prep school.

preppy

English

Alternative forms

* preppie

Adjective

(en-adj)
  • relating to things (such as clothing) that are typical of students at prep schools
  • * 1999 , Detroit Rock City (movie)
  • So, Jam, who did your wardrobe, Tad the preppie sailboat captain?

    Usage notes

    Usually derogatory, and often implying undeserved wealth.

    Noun

    (preppies)
  • A student of a prep school.
  • Synonyms

    * posh (UK)

    perky

    English

    Adjective

    (er)
  • Lively or enthusiastic.
  • She answered with a perky smile and bounced off.
  • Standing upright; firm.
  • The plant looks much perkier since I watered it.
    perky breasts

    See also

    * perk * perk up