suecism

/ˈsjuːsɪzəm/

Definitions

1. noun

an expression or phrase used in a language that is considered to be a variation of a standard language, but is often considered nonstandard or even pejorative.

“The use of ‘thou’ in modern conversation is often seen as a suecism, but it can also be a deliberate choice for certain styles of writing or speaking.”

Synonyms

  • dialectism
  • vernacularism

Antonyms

  • standardization