Synonyms for
Fussy
Definition
Someone who is fussy is very particular about small details and may be hard to please.
Synonyms & similar words
particular
finicky
picky
crabby
cross
grumpy
grouchy
busy
finical
badtempered
illtempered
crabbed
particular
picky
finicky
choosy
demanding
fastidious
meticulous
critical
selective
discriminating
persnickety
difficult
high-maintenance
nitpicky
overparticular
overcritical
perfectionist
overfastidious
selective
Example sentences
- The baby was very fussy and wouldn't stop crying.
- My mom is fussy about keeping the house clean.
- The chef was very fussy about how the food was arranged on the plate.
- I'm not fussy about what kind of pizza I eat, as long as it has cheese on it.
- My teacher is fussy about us following all the instructions in the assignment.
Quotes
I'm not fussy about anything.
I'm fussy about what I eat.
I'm fussy about the way my hair looks.