Lexiphanicism Definition
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.
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lexiphanicism
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lexiphanicismsOrigin of Lexiphanicism
From Lucian's Lexiphanes.
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