pedantic
adjectiveHow many syllables in pedantic?
There are 3 syllables in the word pedantic.How to pronounce pedantic:
Definition of pedantic:
- pedantic (adjective):
- fond of reading
- of, relating to, or being a pedant
- marked by a narrow focus on or display of learning especially its trivial aspects.
Synonyms for pedantic:
brainyliterateeruditehighfalutinsnootypompoussnobbishsmartintellectualbrilliantShow 15 more
Antonyms for pedantic:
rudimentaryunpretentiousunderstandablerecognizableno-nonsenseunsophisticatedcleareverydaymodestmanageableShow 15 more
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