Fussily

/ˈfʌzɪli/ adverb

Definition

In a fussy manner; with excessive attention to small details or with excessive worry and complaint.

Etymology

From 'fussy' (adjective) plus the adverbial suffix '-ly', which transforms adjectives into adverbs describing how an action is performed.

Kelly Says

The '-ly' suffix is so common in English that we rarely notice it, but it's doing crucial work—without it, we couldn't easily describe *how* someone fusses.

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