noun as in strong fondness

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pedant, narrow-mind, provincial

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Example Sentences

Example:He was a pedant when it came to grammar, always pointing out every small mistake.

Definition:A person who is overly concerned with minor details or precise accuracy, often to the point of absurdity.

From pedant

Example:His narrow-minded nature made him a filister in the eyes of his peers.

Definition:Having a restricted or limited viewpoint or outlook.

From narrow-mind

Example:She had a provincial view of the world, unable to see beyond her hometown.

Definition:Limited in outlook or interest; narrow, as in knowledge or experience.

From provincial