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Johnsonese
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What's The Definition Of Johnsonese?Synonyms | Synonyms for Johnsonese: Related Terms | Find terms related to Johnsonese: See Also | Johnsonese In Webster's Dictionary \John`son*ese"\, n.
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.
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