Synonyms of hairsplitting

Noun

1. hairsplitting, word-splitting, differentiation, distinction

usage: making too fine distinctions of little importance; "they didn't take his hairsplitting seriously"

Adjective

1. finespun, hairsplitting, precise (vs. imprecise)

usage: developed in excessively fine detail; "finespun distinctions"

Definition and meaning of hairsplitting (Dictionary)