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Lexiphanicism vs Lexiphanical - What's the difference?

lexiphanicism | lexiphanical |

As a noun lexiphanicism

is the use of pretentious words or language.

As an adjective lexiphanical is

characterized by lexiphanicism.

lexiphanicism

English

Noun

(en noun)
  • The use of pretentious words or language.
    • The student's lexiphanicism is an obvious attempt to appear smart but really only serves to make him look pompous.

    lexiphanical

    English

    Adjective

    (en adjective)
  • Characterized by lexiphanicism.