What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
finickiest
Example
She is the finickiest eater I know, always picking out every little thing she doesn't like. [finickiest: superlative form of finicky]
Example
The finickiest customer complained about the slightest scratch on the plate. [finickiest: superlative form of finicky]
choosy
Example
He's very choosy about his clothes, only buying designer brands. [choosy: adjective]
Example
She's being choosy about which job offer to accept. [choosy: present participle]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Choosy is more commonly used than finickiest in everyday language and covers a wider range of contexts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between finickiest and choosy?
Finickiest is more formal and less commonly used than choosy, which can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
