DEFINITION: n. An invented word which appears learned, sounds sophisticated, and is completely confusing. v.intr. To use invented words in order to confuse others, and/or create the illusion of erudition.

Floccinaucicance

Created by: mplsbohemian

Pronunciation: flahk-see-NAHS-sihk-kuhns

Sentence: Alex's attempt to dazzle his girlfriend with floccinaucicance flopped when he pronounced "masochist" as "MAY-soh-shist".

Etymology: floccinaucinihilipilification (the art of doing nothing, and a word contrived for this very purpose) + -ance

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