Pedantic (adjective)

1. Overly concerned with minor details or academic formality.
2. Concentrating on the formal or technical aspects of a subject, often to the exclusion of broader or more important considerations.

Origin:

The word "pedantic" comes from the greek word "paidagōgikos" meaning "of or for a pedagogue" or "of or for a teacher of children." it was first used in english in the early 17th century to describe a person who is overly concerned with minor details or academic formality.

Examples:

1. He was criticized for being pedantic and missing the point of the discussion.
2. His pedantic approach to teaching made the subject difficult to understand.
3. She was pedantic about following all the rules and procedures.
4. The discussion became pedantic as they argued over minor details.
5. He had a pedantic attitude and was always correcting others.