Definition

A person who often finds faults or criticizes others for small mistakes.

Example

She is known as a faultfinder, always pointing out the flaws in everyone's work.

Conversation

I really don't like being around that faultfinder at work.

I know what you mean; they always seem to focus on the negatives.

It's exhausting trying to please someone who only sees flaws.

Totally! Sometimes it's better to just ignore the criticism.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Faultfinder → It is formed from "fault" (from Old French *faulte*, meaning a defect or error) and "finder" (from Old English *findan*, meaning to discover or locate). A faultfinder is someone who discovers or points out defects or errors.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who 'discovers' ('finder') 'defects' ('fault') in things — that's why a faultfinder is someone who points out faults.

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