adjective
giving too much importance to details and formal rules, especially in teaching
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The professor was known for his pedantic attention to detail in his research papers.
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Stop being so pedantic about grammar, it's not that important in casual conversation.
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Why are you being so pedantic about the rules? Just chill out and go with the flow.
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Her pedantic approach to life made it difficult for her to see the big picture.