pedantic
/pi'dæntik/
pedantic is an adjective for a person, tone, argument, or explanation that pays too much attention to tiny rules, minor details, or formal learning. It often sounds critical: the problem is not knowledge itself, but a fussy, narrow focus that can miss the bigger point. In this lesson, we look at why pedantic is close to “nitpicking,” but with a more rule-focused or academic flavor. You’ll also hear how it combines naturally in phrases like “a pedantic teacher,” “a pedantic tone,” “pedantic precision,” and “pedantic about” a subject. Watch the full lesson to learn how to use it accurately and naturally.
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