What does lexiphanic mean?
Lexiphanic means Using bombastic or pretentious wording or language..
Lexiphanic
Pronunciation varies by accent · adjective
Meaning
Using bombastic or pretentious wording or language..
Example Sentences
Dr. Johnson has given an explanation of this passage, which is an amusing specimen of his Lexiphanic style: "to feel the convulsions of eructation without plenitude."
Synonyms for lexiphanic
Antonyms for lexiphanic
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Word Forms
- more lexiphanic
- most lexiphanic
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for lexiphanic?
Common synonyms include magniloquent.
What is the opposite of lexiphanic?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use lexiphanic in a sentence?
Dr. Johnson has given an explanation of this passage, which is an amusing specimen of his Lexiphanic style: "to feel the convulsions of eructation without plenitude."
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