"Niggly" Natural Recordings by Native Speakers
The word "niggly" is an informal adjective that means being excessively concerned with small details or trivial matters, often in a pedantic or annoying way. It can also describe someone or something that is difficult to please or is prone to nitpicking. For example, "He's being very niggly about the formatting of his report."
Examples of using the word "niggly"
The adjective "niggardly" means unwilling to give or share, stingy, or mean. It describes someone who is reluctant to part with their money, resources, or time, and may be hesitant to help others. Note that this word has nothing to do with the racial slur, but rather comes from the Old English word "nig," meaning "fallow" or "barren."