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Synonyms & Similar Words
fastidiousness
finickiness
meticulousness
pickiness
selectiveness
discriminateness
fussiness
niceness
precision
exactness
scrupulousness
carefulness
attention to detail
precisionism
delicacy
daintiness
squeamishness
prissiness
persnicketiness
particularity
particularness
exactingness
demandingness
strictness
rigor
stringency
severity
meticulousness
scrupulosity
conscientiousness
careful consideration
Meaning of Choosiness
The state of being choosy or having a strong preference for something.
Definitions
- The quality of being choosy or having a strong preference for something, especially when this is considered excessive or unreasonable.
- * A tendency to be overly selective or demanding in one's choices or preferences.
Etymology of Choosiness
The word "choosiness" originates from the verb "choose", which has its roots in Old English "ceosan", meaning "to choose" or "to select".
The suffix "-ness" is added to form a noun that denotes a state or quality, resulting in the word "choosiness".
Example Uses
- Her choosiness when it came to food made it difficult to find a restaurant that she liked.
- * He was known for his choosiness in selecting the perfect gift for his loved ones.
- * The company's choosiness in hiring new employees resulted in a highly skilled and dedicated team.
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
carelessness
laxness
leniency
laxity
looseness
recklessness
irresponsibility
negligence
indifference
apathy
unconcern
lack of discernment
undiscriminatingness
tolerance
broad-mindedness
open-mindedness
receptiveness
willingness
acceptance
permissiveness
indulgence
lenity