Caviling
Caviling adjective - Given to making or expressing unfavorable judgments about things.
Usage example: a caviling theater critic who has yet to see a play she likes
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Particular and caviling are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Particular" instead an adjective "Caviling".
Particular
Particular adjective - Hard to please.
Usage example: she's very particular about the cleanliness of her car
Caviling and particular are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Caviling" instead an adjective "Particular".
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