EUPHUISM
(noun)Definitions
There are 2 meanings of the word
Euphuism.
Euphuism - as a noun
Any artificially elegant style of language
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
expressive stylestyle8Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
An elegant style of prose of the elizabethan period; characterized by balance and antithesis and alliteration and extended similes with and allusions to nature and mythology
Example Sentences
"The writer's use of euphuism made the prose excessively flowery and ornate."
"The novel was filled with euphuism, making it difficult to follow the actual storyline."
"Her speech was characterized by excessive euphuism, making her sound pretentious."
"The use of euphuism in poetry can add a sense of complexity and sophistication."
"The author's euphuism often overwhelmed the actual content of the book."
Word Game Points
Is EUPHUISM a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, euphuism is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
EUPHUISM has a SCRABBLE points total of 15.
Is EUPHUISM a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, euphuism is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordEUPHUISM has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 18.
Is EUPHUISM a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, euphuism is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordEUPHUISM has a WORDFEUD points total of 18.
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