Synonyms for fussbudgets
Grammar : Noun |
Spell : fuhs-buhj-it |
Phonetic Transcription : ˈfʌsˌbʌdʒ ɪt |
Top 10 synonyms for fussbudgets Other synonyms for the word fussbudgets
- backseat driver
- butt-in
- dull person
- formalist
- fussbudget
- fussy person
- gossip
- granny
- hag
- idealist
- intermeddler
- intruder
- meddler
- newsmonger
- nit-picker
- nosey parker
- old fart
- old fogy
- old geezer
- old maid
- old poop
- purist
- puritan
- quibbler
- rubberneck
- scandalmonger
- sidewalk superintendent
- snob
- snoop
- snooper
- square
- stick-in-the-mud
- stuffed shirt
- tattletale
- troublemaker
- witch
- yenta
Définition of fussbudgets
Origin :- 1904, from fuss (n.) + budget (n.). One of several similar formulations around this time: Cf. fussbox (1901); fusspot (1921).
- As in perfectionist : noun stickler
- As in prig : noun prude
- As in busybody : noun nosy, impertinent person
- As in biddy : noun fussy old woman
- As in fuddy-duddy : noun old-fashion person
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