finiking

/ˈfɪnɪkɪŋ/

Definitions

1. verb

to be excessively fussy or particular about something

“The chef was finicking over the presentation of the dessert.”

2. verb

to show excessive concern for trivial details

“She was finicking over the color of the wallpaper.”

3. noun

the act of being excessively fussy or particular about something

“The customer’s finicking was holding up the entire project.”

Synonyms

  • fussiness
  • fussing
  • pedanticism

Antonyms

  • carelessness
  • imprecision
  • nonchalance