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(pe-dan-tic) 3 syllables

Definition

adjective. overly concerned with small details and rules.

Example Sentence

He displayed a pedantic attention to details.

More Example Sentences

Her pedantic nature annoyed her friends.

Synonyms

nitpicking; precise; fussy

Antonyms

casual; loose; relaxed

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Rhymes

  • antic
  • frantic

  • atlantic
  • gigantic
  • midlantic
  • pedantic
  • romantic
  • semantic

  • bankatlantic
  • sycophantic
  • transatlantic
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