I. adjective
also fin·nicky ˈfinə̇kē, -ki
( sometimes -er/-est )
Etymology: alteration of finicking
: excessively nice, dainty, or exacting in taste or standards : marked by or displaying too much concern with trifles or details : hard to please : overly scrupulous : overnice , meticulous , fussy , particular
his finicky concern for the detailed order of his existence — Jack Richmond
very finicky about his food
of all fruits, strawberries are most finicky about soil and climate — House Beautiful
II. adjective
: requiring much care, precision, or attentive effort
a finicky recipe