Definition

This word describes someone who is very concerned with small details and often finds faults in things that are not important.

Example

She is known for being the nitpickiest person in the office, always pointing out minor mistakes.

Conversation

You know, I think I'm the nitpickiest person when it comes to my work.

Really? I thought I was pretty picky myself!

I just can't help but focus on every tiny detail.

That's understandable; sometimes those details really matter.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Nitpickiest → It is formed from "nitpick" (a compound of "nit" (meaning a louse egg) and "pick" (meaning to choose or select)) and the superlative suffix "-iest" (meaning most). The word "nitpickiest" refers to someone who is most concerned with trivial details or minor errors.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who is 'choosing' ('pick') the tiniest details ('nit') — that's why the nitpickiest person is the one who focuses the most on small mistakes.

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