medicalese

/mɛdɪˈkeɪliːz/

Definitions

1. noun

Specialized language or jargon used by medical professionals, often confusing or unintelligible to non-experts.

“The doctor’s medicalese made it difficult for the patient to understand her diagnosis.”

Synonyms

  • jargon
  • technical language

Antonyms

  • plain language
  • simple terms