Meaning of the word pernickety in English

What does pernickety mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

pernickety

US /pərˈnɪk.ə.ti/
UK /pəˈnɪk.ə.ti/

Adjective

placing too much emphasis on trivial details; fussy

Example:
He's very pernickety about how his coffee is made.
Don't be so pernickety; it's just a small stain.