fussy
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Adjective — Overly concerned with small details; hard to satisfy.
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Etymology
From fuss + the adjective-forming suffix -y.
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What does “fussy” mean?
The word “fussy” means overly concerned with small details; hard to satisfy. In plain terms, picky or hard to please over small things — or, for a baby, easily irritated and hard to settle.
How do you pronounce “fussy”?
“Fussy” is pronounced FUH-see (/ˈfʌ.si/ in IPA).
How do you use “fussy” in a sentence?
Here is “fussy” used in a sentence: “My grandfather is fussy about how his tea is made.”
What part of speech is “fussy”?
“Fussy” is an adjective.
How many meanings does “fussy” have?
“Fussy” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: overly concerned with small details; hard to satisfy.