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Johnsonese

Johnˊson-ese′

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Noun.
The literary style of
Dr. Samuel
Johnson
, or one formed in imitation of it; an inflated, stilted, or pompous style, affecting classical words.
E. Everett.

Definition 2024

Johnsonese

Johnsonese

English

Proper noun

Johnsonese

  1. The literary style of Dr. Samuel Johnson; an inflated, stilted, or pompous style, affecting classical words.
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Etymology

Johnson +‎ -ese

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