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hyperfastidious

adjective

Definition of hyperfastidiousnext
as in ultrafastidious

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  1. fastidious
  2. particular
  3. selective
  4. finicky
  5. dainty
  6. picky
  7. discriminating
  8. choosy
Adjective
  • His pencil mustache, his fastidious gestures, and his twinkling eyes are at least as famous as his drinks.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 4 Sep. 2026
  • Universal's Potter lands at its resorts in Orlando, Hollywood, Beijing and Osaka are famous for their fastidious attention to detail.
    — Caroline Reid, Forbes.com, 31 July 2026
Definition of fastidious
Adjective
  • Podded propulsion offers particular advantages in this environment.
    — Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 7 Sep. 2026
  • Tall goalkeepers have traditionally had to deal with a particular technical problem.
    — Matt Pyzdrowski, New York Times, 7 Sep. 2026
Definition of particular
Adjective
  • In the years around the beef, shocking revelations about Diddy as well as the global elite’s ties to Jeffrey Epstein have become folded into the background, alongside a sense that accountability remains selective.
    — Jeff Ihaza, Rolling Stone, 14 Sep. 2026
  • Being precise and selective is essential for survival, along with extreme caution.
    — David Capablanca, Forbes.com, 14 Sep. 2026
Definition of selective
Adjective
  • The oversized trench coat maintains its spot in the fall capsule wardrobe, while a few more unexpected silhouettes, like the elevated track jacket, offer both protection and elegance in the notoriously finicky weather to come.
    — Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 14 Sep. 2026
  • Gap’s CashSoft fabric is a soft cotton blend that feels like cashmere, but isn’t as finicky.
    — Kaitlin Clapinski, InStyle, 11 Sep. 2026
Definition of finicky
Adjective
  • On September 2, the singer and actress was spotted in Manhattan wearing a long, bold dress with the daintiest straps.
    — Hannah Malach, InStyle, 3 Sep. 2026
  • Dress it up with heels and dainty jewelry for a fall wedding, or keep it casual with boots and a jean jacket for the evening bonfire.
    — Sarah Scott, Southern Living, 2 Sep. 2026
Definition of dainty
Adjective
  • That being said, those in the chip sector looking for partners are getting increasingly picky, with finance not always among their top preferences.
    — Justina Lee,Lisa Kim, CNBC, 4 Sep. 2026
  • Considering the world of options there are out there, some picky people take years to find the perfect sofa.
    — Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 1 Sep. 2026
Definition of picky
Adjective
  • Aphids Aphids are a common garden pest that is known for being non-discriminating.
    — The Spruce, The Spruce, 21 July 2026
  • But this would require a more discriminating choice of clients, to avoid aiding wars like Saudi Arabia’s brutal campaign in Yemen or Israel’s mass slaughter in Gaza.
    — William Hartung, Forbes.com, 25 May 2026
Definition of discriminating
Adjective
  • Schumann has seen how Dan Lanning was choosy and didn’t leave a good situation until a job the caliber of Oregon came into the picture.
    — Bruce Feldman, New York Times, 3 Sep. 2026
  • And because Imax is not actively seeking a sale, simply entertaining offers, its executives can afford to be choosey.
    — Sarah Whitten, CNBC, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of choosy
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