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Synonyms & Similar Words
fastidiousness
meticulousness
finickiness
fussiness
precision
exactness
nicety
subtlety
delicacy
refinement
elegance
culture
sophistication
discernment
taste
refinement
daintiness
squeamishness
scrupulousness
prissiness
prudishness
overniceness
overscrupulousness
punctiliousness
meticulousness
precisionism
exactitude
delicateness.
Meaning of Finicality
The primary meaning of the word "Finicality" is being overly meticulous or demanding in one's standards.
Definitions
- Oxford Languages defines finicality as the quality of being finical, or having a strong attention to detail and a tendency to be demanding or fussy.
- It can also refer to an excessive or affected refinement of manner, taste, or judgment.
Etymology of Finicality
The word "Finicality" originates from the adjective "finical", which is derived from the Middle English word "finik", meaning fastidious or fussy.
Historically, the term has been used to describe someone who is overly concerned with details, often to the point of being perceived as picky or demanding.
Example Uses
- Her finicality when it came to food made it difficult to dine out with her, as she would send dishes back to the kitchen if they weren't prepared exactly to her liking.
- The artist's finicality was renowned, with every brush stroke and color choice carefully considered to create a masterpiece.
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
carelessness
sloppiness
laxness
leniency
laxity
casualness
indifference
neglect
negligence
inattention
lackadaisicalness
nonchalance
unconcern
lack of concern
laxness
leniency
indifference
apathy
inattention
thoughtlessness.