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nitpicking

[ˈnɪtˌpɪkɪŋ]

nitpicking Definition

focusing on small or unimportant details, often in a way that annoys other people.

Using nitpicking: Examples

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

  • Example

    Stop nitpicking and just enjoy the movie.

  • Example

    Her constant nitpicking about my work is really getting on my nerves.

  • Example

    He's always nitpicking at his wife's cooking.

nitpicking Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for nitpicking

  • petty criticism
  • hair-splitting
  • fault-finding
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Summary: nitpicking in Brief

'Nitpicking' [ˈnɪtˌpɪkɪŋ] refers to focusing on small or unimportant details, often in a way that annoys others. It is synonymous with 'petty criticism,' 'hair-splitting,' and 'fault-finding.' Examples include 'Stop nitpicking and just enjoy the movie,' and 'Her constant nitpicking about my work is really getting on my nerves.'