Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

preppie

Noun

/ˈprɛpi/

Definition

A student, especially one from a preparatory school or someone who has an upper-class background, characterized often by their fashion style and lifestyle.

Examples

She dressed in a preppy style, with polo shirts and khaki shorts.
The preppie crowd was known for their love of tennis and sailing.
He was a preppie, often seen with a sweater tied around his shoulders.

Meaning

The term ‘preppie’ refers to a style and culture associated with affluent students, often linked to prep schools, and is characterized by specific fashion choices and social behaviors.