Definition of "fussiness" [fuss•i•ness]

• The state of being fussy. (noun)

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• "A little fussiness is sometimes just what we need or want."
• "Alongside the fussiness is a growing preservationist movement."
• "His carefulness about rehearsals was called fussiness; his determination that the singers should not at their own sweet pleasure mar fine operas with interpolations, alterations and “liberties” generally, was called interference with their rights."