stickler

noun
UK: /ˈstɪklər/
US: /ˈstɪklər/

  1. A person who believes in following rules exactly.

    1. My dad is a stickler for rules, so be on your best behavior.
    2. The teacher was a stickler for grammar and spelling, always correcting errors.

  2. Someone who insists on something being done in a particular way.

    1. She is a stickler about keeping the house clean.
    2. He's a stickler for detail, ensuring every aspect of the project is perfect, which is why he is the lead.

Synonyms

pedant purist martinet

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "stickler" in English means: A person who believes in following rules exactly., Someone who insists on something being done in a particular way..

The phonetic transcription of "stickler" is /ˈstɪklər/ in British English and /ˈstɪklər/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "stickler": pedant, purist, martinet.

Example usage of "stickler": "My dad is a stickler for rules, so be on your best behavior.". More examples on the page.