fussy

/ˈfʌsi/
adjective
  1. Too concerned or worried about small, unimportant details; hard to please.
    • She's fussy when it comes to choosing a movie to watch.
    • He is very fussy about how his shirts are folded.
    • The restaurant caters to fussy eaters by offering a simple menu.
  2. Having too much decoration or detail; not simple or plain.
    • They preferred a clean design over something fussy and ornate.
    • The living room looked fussy with too many patterns and colors.
    • The dress was too fussy with all its ruffles and bows.
  3. (of a baby or young child) crying or showing discomfort for no clear reason.
    • She gave the fussy infant a warm bath to calm him down.
    • A fussy toddler often just needs a nap or a snack.
    • The baby was fussy all evening and wouldn't fall asleep.
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