niminy

/ˈnɪmɪni/

Definitions

1. adjective

whimsical, fanciful, or excessively delicate

“The poet’s use of language was often described as niminy-piminy, but it added to the beauty of her work.”

2. noun

something that is excessively delicate or dainty

“The fussy hotel guest complained about the niminy of the flower arrangement in the lobby.”

Synonyms

  • dainty
  • fussy

Antonyms

  • coarse
  • gaudy