Aristarchian

/ˌærɪˈstɑːrkiən/ adjective

Definition

Relating to the character or methods of Aristarchus; characterized by severe, overly critical, or rigidly pedantic judgment.

Etymology

Derived from Aristarchus, the ancient Greek grammarian, with the suffix -ian added to create an adjective describing his approach or style of criticism.

Kelly Says

Calling someone 'aristarchian' is a sophisticated way of saying they're pedantically nitpicky—it's a high-brow insult that assumes your listener knows about a 2000-year-old grammarian, which is pretty funny.

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