nit-picking

noun

1. a concern with insignificant details, esp with the intention of finding fault

adjective

1. showing such a concern; fussy

Derived Forms

• ˈnit-ˌpicker, noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of nit-picking¹

C20: from nit ¹+ pick ¹

Example Sentences

Instead, they have unleashed a storm of nit-picking and vilification.

From The Daily Beast

Even after logging countless hours nit-picking her work, there is no one I'd rather spend time with.

From The Daily Beast

Related Words

• denunciation
• objection