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SESQUIPEDALIAN

(noun, adj.sat, adj.)
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There are 5 meanings of the word Sesquipedalian.

How to pronounce sesquipedalian:

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Sesquipedalian - as a noun

A very long word (a foot and a half long)

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
sesquipedalia

Sesquipedalian - as an adjective satellite

Given to the overuse of long words

Example: "Sesquipedalian orators"

(of words) long and ponderous; having many syllables

Example: "Sesquipedalian technical terms"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
polysyllabic24

Sesquipedalian - as an adjective

(of a word or words) long; polysyllabic.

Pertaining to or given to the use of overly long words.

Example: "Our dinner guest was so sesquipedalian that no one could understand what he said."

Example Sentences

"The professor's sesquipedalian lecture left the students feeling confused."
"She used sesquipedalian words to impress her date."
"His sesquipedalian writing style made his novel difficult to read."
"The politician gave a sesquipedalian speech to showcase his intelligence."
"The artist's sesquipedalian explanation of his painting flew over our heads."
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Word Game Points

Is SESQUIPEDALIAN a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, sesquipedalian is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

SESQUIPEDALIAN has a SCRABBLE points total of 26.

Is SESQUIPEDALIAN a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, sesquipedalian is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
SESQUIPEDALIAN has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 30.

Is SESQUIPEDALIAN a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, sesquipedalian is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
SESQUIPEDALIAN has a WORDFEUD points total of 28.

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