👉 Priggism is a term used in linguistics and philosophy to refer to the act of intentionally misinterpreting or misunderstanding something. It is often associated with the idea that those who engage in priggish behavior are prone to making mistakes, which can lead to misunderstandings and confusion. Priggism has been used as a metaphor for various social and cultural phenomena, such as the tendency for people to make judgments based on their own biases or prejudices rather than relying solely on evidence or objective observation.