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vocabularical bitch slap 

When someone uses a needlessly complicated or esoteric word when a simpler word or expression would suffice.
A common occurence amongst neophyte academics who wish to impress peers.
Why did you say "lacuna" to just say that he had a "break" or "opening" in his schedule? That was a needless vocabularical bitch slap.
vocabularical bitch slap by novalush December 18, 2009

vocabularianism

The practice of knowing and using words that are beyond the comprehension of normal people.
Vocabularianism is not just a way of life, it's a vindictive embracement of an aspect of substantiality.
vocabularianism by domenick October 12, 2004

Vocabularically 

Bliss's blog post is both grammatically and vocabularically correct.
Vocabularically by The Bliss September 21, 2011

vocabularian 

One who knows and uses words that are beyond the comprehension of normal people
When he used the word 'simulacrum', everyone knew he was a true vocabularian.
vocabularian by domenick September 22, 2004

Vocabularically Inclined 

To be at a higher knowledge of vocabulary the peers and other acquaintances around you.
John is vocabularically inclined.

vocabularial 

in relation to having a cool vocabulary and using it in practice..
Neckros has vocabularial prowess when he says Spitroast..
vocabularial by . November 28, 2004