adj. Characterized by long words; long-winded
As someone who is quite Sesquipedalian, I make it my mission to use loads of long words in all my conversations.
by An amazing, beautiful, March 19, 2019
"Sesquipedalian" means the use of long words or a tendency to use long words and complex language, often to impress or show off one's vocabulary. It can also refer to long-winded or verbose writing or speech.
by ItsBBBItc* September 28, 2023
by someome who lives April 18, 2023
Don't use very sesquipedalian words in your passage, keep it short, finite and easily understandable.
by sasba May 27, 2022
sesquipedalian
The action or practice of using long, complex words in speech or writing, often to appear more intelligent or to obscure the meaning. This can make communication harder to understand and is sometimes seen as pretentious.
His blog posts were criticized for their sesquipedalianism, as he seemed more interested in showcasing his vocabulary than in making his ideas accessible to readers.
by TragicNovember July 06, 2024