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Meaning of the word nitpick in English

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nitpick

US /ˈnɪt.pɪk/

UK /ˈnɪt.pɪk/

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Verb

to find fault or criticize in a petty or trivial way

Example:

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He tends to nitpick every little detail of a project.

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Please don't nitpick my work; I did my best.

Synonym:

quibble carp cavil fuss grumble

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nitpicking nitpicker