fussy
adjective
excessively busy with trifles; anxious or particular about petty details.
fussier
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comparativeof fussy.comparative
The form of an adjective or adverb indicating a greater degree of a quality.
Example Sentences
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Large single-family landlords have become fussier about where they want to own property and how much they pay.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 6, 2025
Parlakian said parents should expect babies who experience the effects of the fires to be disregulated, fussier, and harder to soothe.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 11, 2025
If you'd like, you can get even fussier and dab it on a paper towel or napkin before transferring it to your plate and seasoning it with flaky salt.
From Salon ● Mar. 5, 2023
I also like two other species, but they are even fussier about having lean and free-draining soil.
From Washington Post ● Feb. 16, 2021
You're fussier than the Count, when you get started.
From Plays: the Father; Countess Julie; the Outlaw; the Stronger by Edith Oland
