English Word · Advanced
prosaism
A manner, quality, expression, style, phrase or word that is prosaic
Pronunciation: /pɹəʊˈzeɪ.ɪzəm/
Meaning
A prosaic or dull quality, style, or expression.
Example
Euge! Heinrichi. O, the sublime bathos of thy prosaism — the muddy eddy of thy logic! Thou art the only man to understand a poet!
Euge! Heinrichi. O, the sublime bathos of thy prosaism — the muddy eddy of thy logic! Thou art the only man to understand a poet!
Practice tips
- Practice prosaism out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English word is for advanced-level learners.