Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
sesquipedalian
Adjective
/ˌsɛs.kwɪ.pəˈdeɪ.li.ən/
Definition
A word or phrase that is long and polysyllabic; a tendency to use long words.
Examples
- The sesquipedalian professor fascinated his students with his extensive vocabulary.
- Many sesquipedalian words can be found in academic texts.
Meaning
Referring to a person who uses long words or to long words themselves.
Synonyms
- Long-winded
- Verbose
- Polysyllabic
