Definition of Johnsonese

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

Definition of Johnsonese

1. Proper noun. The literary style of Dr. (w Samuel Johnson); an inflated, stilted, or pompous style, affecting classical words. ¹

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Lexicographical Neighbors of Johnsonese

Johnny Appleseed
Johnny Canuck
Johnny Foreigner
Johnny Moss
Johnny Reb
Johnny onions
Johnnys
Johns
Johns Hopkins
Johnson's method
Johnson City
Johnson solid
Johnsonese (current term)
Johnsonian
Johnsonianism
Johnsonianisms
Johnston
Johnston's organ
Johnstone
Johor
Johor Bahru
Johore
Joinson
Joint Academic Network
Joint Chiefs
Joint Chiefs of Staff
Joint Direct Attack Munition

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