Finicky meaning
The definition of finicky is someone who is overly picky or fussy, or is showing an obsessive attention to detail.
A person who only eats one or two things and dislikes everything else is an example of someone who would be described as a finicky eater.
A collector of art who looks at every detail of all pieces before he buys them to make sure they are perfect is an example of a finicky person.
adjective
Insisting capriciously on getting just what one wants; difficult to please; fastidious.
A finicky eater.
adjective
Too particular or exacting; overly dainty or fastidious; fussy.
adjective
The baby was finicky until her diaper was changed.
adjective
(informal) Demanding, requiring above-normal care.
The lawnmower is a bit finicky in cold weather.
adjective
Advertisement