fussy

Reading level: hard

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. adjective annoyed and irritable
  2. adjective overcrowded or cluttered with detail
  3. adjective exacting especially about details

Etymology

From fuss + -y.

In classic literature

Synonyms

crabbed, crabby, cross, grouchy, grumpy, bad-tempered, ill-tempered

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