Punctilio

puhngk-TIL-ee-oh (/pʌŋkˈtɪl iˌoʊ/)

a fine point or detail of conduct, procedure, or etiquette.

“The Antarctic rules have a real punctilio to them: even dogs are banned to protect wildlife and reduce disease risk.”

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a feeling of fear or agitation about something that may happen.

having or showing keen mental discernment and good judgment; wise or shrewd.

little known or difficult to understand; abstruse.

the state of being unwilling or unable to believe something; disbelief.

an approach that evaluates theories or beliefs in terms of practical application and results.

impatient, uneasy, or hard to control, especially under restriction.