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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

pedants

/ˈpɛdəntz/ noun · British & US
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What does pedants mean?

noun

A person who insists on strict adherence to formal rules or precise language, often to the point of being    considered pedantic. A person who is excessively concerned with minor details or rules.

Example

"The professor was known for being a pedant, always correcting his students' grammar and punctuation."

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