pedant

Noun

A person who is excessively concerned with minor details and rules, especially in academic or intellectual contexts.

ریشه

From the French word 'pédant', meaning 'teacher, schoolmaster', derived from the Italian word 'pedante', meaning 'teacher, pedagogue'.

مثال

• The professor's pedantic nature made it difficult for students to engage in class discussions.
• He was often seen as a pedant, always correcting others' grammar.
• Her pedantry was evident in her meticulous footnotes and references.

ترکیب‌های رایج

Pedant for details Pedant about grammar Pedant in academia