overdainty

/ɒvəˈdaɪnti/

Definitions

1. adjective

excessively delicate or refined; overly fastidious

“Her overdainty nature made it difficult for her to participate in adventurous activities.”

2. noun

a person who is excessively delicate or refined

“The overdainty in the group refused to get his hands dirty during the project.”

Synonyms

  • dainty
  • fastidious

Antonyms

  • coarse
  • unkempt