Wowsers — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /ˈwau̇-zər/ wow·ser

Meaning & Definition of Wowsers

Wowsers (noun)

  1. an obtrusively puritanical person

Wowsers (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. a person who is greatly concerned with seemly behavior and morality especially regarding sexual matters

    "wowsers would be well-advised to avoid that steamy new show on TV"

    similar: bluenoses, moralists, Mrs. Grundys, nice nellies, prudes, puritans
    related: moralizers, goody-goodies, fuddy-duddies, old maids, prigs, spoilsports, stuffed shirts
    opposite: immoralists
    near: libertarians, libertines, misbehavers

Related Entry: Wowser (noun)

Wowser is a different word from Wowsers. The synonyms below are for wowser, not for wowsers.

  1. a person who is greatly concerned with seemly behavior and morality especially regarding sexual matters

    "wowsers would be well-advised to avoid that steamy new show on TV"

    similar: bluenose, moralist, Mrs. Grundy, nice nelly, prude, puritan
    related: moralizer, goody-goody, Goody Two-shoes, fuddy-duddy, old maid, prig, spoilsport, stuffed shirt
    opposite: immoralist
    near: libertarian, libertine, misbehaver

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Wowsers

The most common words with a similar meaning to Wowsers:

bluenoses, moralists, Mrs. Grundys, nice nellies, prudes, puritans

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Wowsers

Words with the opposite meaning of Wowsers:

immoralists

Related Words for Wowsers

moralizers, goody-goodies, fuddy-duddies, old maids, prigs, spoilsports, stuffed shirts

Near Antonyms of Wowsers

libertarians, libertines, misbehavers

Origin & Etymology of Wowsers

origin unknown

First known use: 1899

Frequently Asked Questions about Wowsers

What does "Wowsers" mean?

"Wowsers" means an obtrusively puritanical person. As a noun, it is defined as: an obtrusively puritanical person.

What is another word for "Wowsers"?

Other words for "Wowsers" include bluenoses, moralists, Mrs. Grundys, nice nellies, prudes and puritans. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Wowsers" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Wowsers"?

There are 13 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Wowsers". Common alternatives include bluenoses, moralists, Mrs. Grundys, nice nellies, prudes and puritans.

What is the opposite of "Wowsers"?

Antonyms of "Wowsers" include immoralists. Near antonyms include libertarians, libertines and misbehavers.

How do you use "Wowsers" in a sentence?

Examples of "Wowsers" in a sentence: "wowsers would be well-advised to avoid that steamy new show on TV".

Is "Wowsers" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Wowsers" is a noun.

How do you pronounce "Wowsers"?

"Wowsers" is pronounced /ˈwau̇-zər/ and divided into syllables as wow·ser.

What is the origin of the word "Wowsers"?

"Wowsers" comes from origin unknown. First known use: 1899.