Sesquipedalism is the use of excessively long words in literature, often for humorous effect. The term originates from the Latin phrase “sesqui pedalia verba” meaning “words a foot and a half long”. Examples include “antidisestablishmentarianism” and “pneumonoultramicroscopicsilicovolcanoconiosis”. Language enthusiasts and professionals often use sesquipedal words, with some attempting to set new records. The longest alternative […]