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NITPICKING

(verb, noun)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Nitpicking.

Nitpicking - as a verb

Be overly critical; criticize minor details

Nitpicking - as a noun

The painstaking process of removing nits (lice eggs) from someone's hair.

(by extension) a process of finding or pointing out tiny details or errors, particularly if the pointed-out details seem insignificant or irrelevant to all but the finder.

Example Sentences

"Stop the nitpicking and focus on the bigger picture."
"His constant nitpicking about my grammar is annoying."
"She was known for her nitpicking when it came to details."
"The boss's nitpicking attitude made everyone tense."
"I appreciate constructive feedback, but nitpicking is not helpful."
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Word Game Points

Is NITPICKING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, nitpicking is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

NITPICKING has a SCRABBLE points total of 19.

Is NITPICKING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, nitpicking is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
NITPICKING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 24.

Is NITPICKING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, nitpicking is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
NITPICKING has a WORDFEUD points total of 22.

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