jargonic

/ˈdʒɑːrɡɒnɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or characteristic of jargon, especially in being impenetrable or pretentious.

“The professor’s jargonic explanation of quantum mechanics left many students confused.”

2. noun

a term or expression that is difficult to understand because it is overly technical or pretentious.

“The politician’s use of jargonic language in her speech was criticized for being inaccessible to her audience.”

Synonyms

  • esoteric
  • gobbledygook
  • obfuscatory

Antonyms

  • accessible
  • clear
  • concise