equestrianisms

Example:The report suffered from excessive verbiage that detracted from its main points.

Definition:An excessive or unnecessarily long and flowery use of language that is considered pretentious, verbose, or pompous.

Example:Medical jargon can be confusing to patients, but it is necessary for clear communication among professionals.

Definition:A language or system of specialized words and expressions used by a particular profession or group that is difficult for others to understand.

Example:The essay was criticized for pedantry and lack of originality.

Definition:Excessive concern for bookish learning, precise correctness, or formalism in using language, often in a way that seems to delight in showing off one's learning.