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FIN-ik-ee/ˈfɪnɪki/

Finicky means too concerned with small details; fussy: finicky about the n, a finicky check. Fine (already in the dictionary) is a different word; a foyer vibe is not a count.

Meaning

Too concerned with small details; fussy (from fine, already in the dictionary, but not the same).

Examples

• “Be finicky about the n in the cell; a foyer vibe is not a count.”
• “Fussy is everyday. Particular is the close twin. Fine is already in this course and is not the same. A vibe is talk. A cell is a count. Put the number in; then relax the tone if the finding still stands.”

Good to know

Fussy about small details. Everyday: fussy. Related: fine (already in the dictionary; different). A vibe ≠ a count.

Near in meaning

fussy, particular, fastidious

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