Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
phrasemonger
noun
/ˈfreɪzˌmʌŋɡər/
Definition
A person who uses or practices in the art of phrasing, often in a way that is superficial or overly ornate.
Examples
- He was known as a phrasemonger, always dazzling his audience with flowery language.
- The novel was filled with the author’s phrasemongering, making it hard to discern the true story.
- In meetings, her tendency to be a phrasemonger often clouded the main issues.
Meaning
Phrasemongers are often seen as those who create or manipulate phrases to sound clever or impressive rather than conveying meaningful content.
Synonyms
- Wordsmith
- Orator
- Scribe
