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Fussy

Adjective / ˈfʌsi: / Another word for fussy — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Someone who is fussy is very particular about small details and may be hard to please.

Synonyms & similar words

finicky picky grumpy particular grouchy crabbed cross busy finical crabby particular picky finicky choosy demanding fastidious meticulous critical selective discriminating persnickety difficult high-maintenance nitpicky overparticular overcritical perfectionist overfastidious selective

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Example sentences

  1. The baby was very fussy and wouldn't stop crying.
  2. My mom is fussy about keeping the house clean.
  3. The chef was very fussy about how the food was arranged on the plate.
  4. I'm not fussy about what kind of pizza I eat, as long as it has cheese on it.
  5. 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.

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