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Preppy vs Softy - What's the difference?

preppy | softy |

As nouns the difference between preppy and softy

is that preppy is a student of a prep school while softy is a weak or sentimental person.

As an adjective preppy

is relating to things (such as clothing) that are typical of students at prep schools.

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)

    softy

    English

    Noun

    (softies)
  • A weak or sentimental person.
  • Somebody who finds it difficult to scold or punish.
  • (computing, slang) A software expert who is ignorant of the workings of hardware
  • (informal, UK, Australia) A soft drink containing no alcohol