Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
pedanticism
noun
/pəˈdæntɪsɪzəm/
Definition
The tendency to show off one’s learning or knowledge in a way that is overly concerned with formal rules and trivial details.
Examples
- His pedanticism bored his peers during discussions.
- She often fell into a pedanticism when explaining the rules of grammar.
- Teachers should aim to encourage understanding, not pedanticism.
Meaning
Pedanticism refers to an excessive display of learning or knowledge, often involving attention to minor details and rules rather than the broader concepts or ideas.
Synonyms
- Scholarship
- Preciseness
- Pedantry
- Formalism
