What is another word for more hair-splitting?
Pronunciation: [mˈɔː hˈe͡əsplˈɪtɪŋ] (IPA) 
The phrase "more hair-splitting" refers to the act of excessively scrutinizing details or making fine distinctions to create needless complexity. Some synonyms include nitpicking, fault-finding, pedantic, hypercritical, and over-analyzing. Other terms that could be used to convey a similar meaning include quibbling, carping, caviling, and captious. These words all suggest a tendency to focus on minor or irrelevant details, often at the expense of seeing the bigger picture. While being thorough and detail-oriented can be admirable qualities, too much hair-splitting can lead to unproductive arguments and a lack of progress.
