Sententious
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /sɛnˈtɛn.ʃəs/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Sententious is an adjective meaning Using as few words as possible; pithy and concise.
Meaning
Using as few words as possible; pithy and concise.
More Meanings
- Tending to use aphorisms or maxims; especially, to such an extent as to engage in trite moralizing, even self-righteously so.
- (obsolete) Full of meaning.
Example Sentences
His sententious remarks quickly bored the audience.
Synonyms for sententious
Depending on context, synonyms include concise, pithy, aphoristic, pretentious.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include pithy, concise, pretentious, laconic, brief, unflowery.
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