Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

preachy

adjective

/ˈpriː.tʃi/

Definition

Excessively instructive or moralizing, often in a self-righteous manner.

Examples

The movie was well-made, but the message felt so preachy that it overshadowed the storyline.
He has a preachy attitude when discussing politics, often making others uncomfortable.

Meaning

The term ‘preachy’ is used to describe someone or something that attempts to teach or persuade others about moral issues in an annoying, overbearing, or pompous way.