Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
batology
Noun
/bəˈtɒlədʒi/
Definition
The study of useless or trivial things, particularly those that are excessively verbose or pretentious.
Examples
- His lecture on batology was filled with jargon that left the audience confused.
- She dismissed the book as mere batology, lacking any real substance or insight.
Meaning
Batology refers to a focus on subjects that do not have practical value, often characterized by unnecessary complexity and long-windedness.
Synonyms
- Wordiness
- Logorrhea
- Empty talk
