Fusilly

/ˈfʌsɪli/ adverb

Definition

In a fussy manner; with excessive concern about small, unimportant details.

Etymology

From English fussy (expressing concern over trivial matters) plus -ly adverbial suffix. Fussy itself likely derives from uncertain origin, possibly connected to 'fuss' (commotion).

Kelly Says

Someone who arranges their pencils by height and straightens picture frames constantly is acting fusilly—it's the adverb form that describes that particular way of being particular!

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