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fastidious

[fəˈstɪdiəs]

fastidious Definition

  • 1very attentive to detail and accuracy
  • 2very concerned about matters of cleanliness

Using fastidious: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "fastidious" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    He is fastidious about the quality of his work.

  • Example

    She is fastidious in her grooming habits.

  • Example

    The chef is fastidious about the presentation of his dishes.

fastidious Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for fastidious

Phrases with fastidious

  • a person who is very particular about what they eat

    Example

    My sister is a fastidious eater and won't touch anything that isn't organic.

  • great care and precision in paying attention to small details

    Example

    The artist showed a fastidious attention to detail in his paintings.

  • a high level of concern for cleanliness and hygiene

    Example

    The hospital has a reputation for fastidious cleanliness.

Origins of fastidious

from Latin 'fastidiosus', meaning 'disdainful, squeamish'

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Summary: fastidious in Brief

The term 'fastidious' [fəˈstɪdiəs] refers to someone who is very attentive to detail and accuracy, or very concerned about matters of cleanliness. It can be used to describe people's habits, such as grooming or eating, or their work, such as an artist's attention to detail. Synonyms include 'meticulous' and 'scrupulous,' while antonyms include 'careless' and 'sloppy.'