Fastidiousness: meaning, definitions and examples

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fastidiousness

 

[ fæˈstɪdiəsnəs ]

Context #1

attention to detail

Fastidiousness is the quality of being very careful about small details, and wanting everything to be correct and perfect. It is a meticulous approach to tasks and an insistence on accuracy.

Synonyms

meticulousness, precision, punctiliousness, thoroughness

Examples of usage

  • Her fastidiousness in arranging the flowers made the whole room look exquisite.
  • The fastidiousness of the chef ensured that each dish was not only delicious but also beautifully presented.
Context #2

cleanliness

Fastidiousness can also refer to being very concerned about cleanliness and hygiene, often to an excessive degree. It involves a strong aversion to dirt or untidiness.

Synonyms

cleanliness, meticulousness, neatness, tidiness

Examples of usage

  • Her fastidiousness when it came to cleaning meant that the house always sparkled.
  • The fastidiousness of his personal hygiene routine bordered on obsession.

Translations

Translations of the word "fastidiousness" in other languages:

🇵🇹 minuciosidade

🇮🇳 सतर्कता

🇩🇪 Pingeligkeit

🇮🇩 kerapian

🇺🇦 прискіпливість

🇵🇱 drobiazgowość

🇯🇵 几帳面さ

🇫🇷 minutie

🇪🇸 minuciosidad

🇹🇷 titizlik

🇰🇷 꼼꼼함

🇸🇦 الدقة

🇨🇿 puntičkářství

🇸🇰 puntičkárstvo

🇨🇳 挑剔

🇸🇮 natančnost

🇮🇸 vandvirkni

🇰🇿 ұқыптылық

🇬🇪 წვრილმანი

🇦🇿 titizlik

🇲🇽 minuciosidad

Word origin

The word 'fastidiousness' originated from the Latin word 'fastidiosus', which means 'disgusted' or 'squeamish'. Over time, it evolved to describe a more refined sense of being excessively particular or hard to please. Fastidiousness has been valued in various cultures as a sign of sophistication and discernment.

See also: fastidious.