anal

[eyn-l] / ˈeɪn l /

ADJECTIVE

excessively orderly

Synonyms

STRONGEST

fussy persnickety picky

STRONG

fastidious nitpicking

WEAK

meticulous particular stickling

Antonyms

STRONGEST

messy nonchalant

Example Sentences

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This weekend, for the first time in Northern Ireland, patients, clinicians, and charities are hosting an event dedicated entirely to anal cancer awareness.

From BBC • Mar. 18, 2026

"It's all about giving them the words and terminology to break the stigma including telling their family and their employer about anal cancer," she said.

From BBC • Mar. 18, 2026

Sitting for longer periods could increase pressure on tissues in the anal region, which may contribute to the development of hemorrhoids.

From Science Daily • Mar. 7, 2026

I’m kind of anal about how I choose the colors and how I highlight everything.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 14, 2025

I drew a dorsal fin on top and an anal fin on the bottom, to prevent the shark from rolling side to side when it was moving forward.

From "The Line Tender" by Kate Allen