finicky
|fin-i-cky|
B2
/ˈfɪnɪki/
excessively particular
Etymology
Etymology Information
'finicky' originates from the English dialect word 'finick,' which meant 'dainty or fussy.'
Historical Evolution
'finick' transformed into the modern English word 'finicky' by adding the suffix '-y' to denote the characteristic of being fussy.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'dainty or fussy,' and over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'excessively particular or fastidious.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
excessively particular or fastidious; difficult to please.
She is finicky about her food and only eats organic produce.
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Last updated: 2025/02/18 06:06