gubbertush

/ˈɡʊbərˌtʊʃ/ or /ˈɡʌrbərˌtʊʃ/

Definitions

1. noun

A colloquial term referring to a person who frequently uses obscure or pretentious vocabulary in an attempt to appear intelligent.

“The professor was accused of being a gubbertush by his colleagues due to his use of overly complex language in lectures.”

Synonyms

  • pedant
  • wordsmith

Antonyms

  • simpleton
  • straightforward