Synonyms for journalese
- noun
Most common
Definitions
- n. 1
A style of writing used in some newspapers and magazines, characterized by cliché, hyperbolic language, use of some vocabulary items that are mostly confined to this genre, and clipped syntax.
Forms
- Plural
- journaleses
Popularity over time
| Word | 1850 → 2019 | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| journalese | falling |
Use in printed books, per decade from 1850 to 2019.
By length
- 12 letters
- newspaperese