Definition

Very particular about details; hard to please or satisfy, often regarding small things.

Example

She is so finical about her food that she won't eat anything unless it's perfectly prepared.

Conversation

I heard you're really finical about your food choices.

Yeah, I just can't stand anything that doesn't taste fresh.

That makes sense, but it must be tough to find restaurants sometimes.

It can be, but I always manage to find something I like!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Finical → It is derived from the word 'finical' (from the 17th century, possibly influenced by 'finicky', which is of uncertain origin but may relate to 'fine' in the sense of being overly particular or fussy). The word describes someone who is excessively particular or fussy about details.

Memory Tip

Think of someone being overly 'fine' or particular about things — that's why finical means excessively fussy.

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