Fusspot: meaning, definitions and examples
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fusspot
[ ˈfʌs.pɒt ]
personality type
A fusspot is a person who is excessively concerned about petty details and is often fussy and annoying about small matters. This term is typically used to describe someone who tends to worry or fuss over things that are considered trivial or unimportant. Fusspots may criticize or try to control situations that others find inconsequential, leading to frustration in social interactions. They can sometimes be viewed as overly meticulous or particular in their preferences, often to the detriment of their relationships.
Synonyms
fusser, fussy person, nitpicker, pedant.
Examples of usage
- Stop being such a fusspot about the decorations.
- He's a real fusspot when it comes to his food.
- She was fidgeting like a fusspot during the meeting.
Translations
Translations of the word "fusspot" in other languages:
🇵🇹 pessoa excessivamente crítica
🇮🇳 छोटी-छोटी बातों पर ध्यान देने वाला व्यक्ति
🇩🇪 Nörgler
🇮🇩 orang yang rewel
🇺🇦 придирливий
🇵🇱 czepialski
🇯🇵 細かいことにこだわる人
🇫🇷 râleur
🇪🇸 persona quisquillosa
🇹🇷 mızmız
🇰🇷 잔소리꾼
🇸🇦 شخص كثير النقد
🇨🇿 rýpal
🇸🇰 sťažovateľ
🇨🇳 挑剔的人
🇸🇮 prijemčljiv
🇮🇸 frekar
🇰🇿 жұмысты үнемі сынайтын адам
🇬🇪 მცირედმეტყველი
🇦🇿 tənqidçi
🇲🇽 persona muy criticona
Etymology
The term 'fusspot' originates from the mid-20th century, combining 'fuss', which comes from the Middle English word 'fusse', meaning to move about or fidget, and 'pot', a diminutive suffix that adds a playful connotation. It reflects the notion of someone who fusses over trivial issues, often likened to a pot that boils over with anxiety or concern. The concept captures both the annoyance and the endearing qualities of individuals who may be overly meticulous, suggesting that while their behavior can be bothersome, it stems from an earnest desire for things to be 'just right.' Over time, this playful term has been adopted in various English-speaking cultures to describe people who make a big deal out of small matters, highlighting its relevance in discussions about personality and behavior.
Word Frequency Rank
With rank #42,738, this word is among the least frequently used in common English. Understanding it can be beneficial for comprehensive language mastery, but it's not essential for most learners.