Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

princox

noun
ˈprɪn.kɒks
Definition
A young person who is excessively precocious or forward in their behavior, often displaying an unusual level of sophistication or maturity for their age.
Examples
  • Her son always acted like a princox, negotiating with adults about everything.
  • The princox in the classroom often surprised the teachers with his advanced vocabulary.
  • Though he was only twelve, his princox demeanor made him appear much older.
Meaning
The term ‘princox’ is used to describe a youthful individual, typically a boy or young man, who is excessively confident and displays adult-like traits or behaviors that may be considered inappropriate for their age.
Synonyms
  • precocious youth
  • smart aleck
  • know-it-all
  • young wise guy