What does "fussbudget" mean?

One who complains or fusses a great deal, especially about unimportant matters; a fusspot.

What is a synonym for "fussbudget"?

Common synonyms include: fussbutton, fussbutton, fusspot, fusspot, pessimist.

Pronounced //ˈfʌsˌbʌd͡ʒɪt//.

//ˈfʌsˌbʌd͡ʒɪt// noun, slang

noun, slang ·Moderate ·College level

Noun

1
One who complains or fusses a great deal, especially about unimportant matters; a fusspot. Canada, US, colloquial, derogatory
"Their three-year-old daughter can be quite a fussbudget, but she's cute."

"Their three-year-old daughter can be quite a fussbudget, but she's cute."

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