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PERSNICKETY

(adj.sat, adj.)

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There are 4 meanings of the word Persnickety.

Persnickety - as an adjective satellite

(used colloquially) overly conceited or arrogant

Example: "A snotty little scion of a degenerate family"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
bigheaded17snooty9snot-nosedsnotty9stuck-uptoo big for one's breechesuppish13

Characterized by excessive precision and attention to trivial details

Example: "A persnickety job"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
pernickety21

Persnickety - as an adjective

Fussy; paying undue attention to minor details; fastidious.

Requiring attention to minor details.

Example Sentences

"She is very persnickety about the way her clothes are folded."
"The persnickety customer complained about every small detail in the meal."
"My persnickety neighbor always complains about the noise from my music."
"He is so persnickety with his work that he often misses deadlines."
"The persnickety editor insisted on making countless changes to the manuscript."
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Word Game Points

Is PERSNICKETY a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, persnickety is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

PERSNICKETY has a SCRABBLE points total of 22.

Is PERSNICKETY a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, persnickety is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
PERSNICKETY has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 24.

Is PERSNICKETY a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, persnickety is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
PERSNICKETY has a WORDFEUD points total of 24.

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