Pedantic synonyms
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The definition of pompous is someone who has excessive self-esteem.
Strictly attentive to minute details of form in action or conduct.
teach (related)
Characterized by a narrow concern for book learning and formal rules, without knowledge or experience of practical matters
ostentatious of learning
marked by a narrow focus on or display of learning especially its trivial aspects
The definition of pedagogic is something that is connected to teachers or teaching.
Literary, formal, or erudite. Used of language.
Stubbornly holding on to an idea without concern for practicalities or reality.
Alternative form of academic.
Too critical; too severe in judgment; hard to please
(Informal) Demanding, requiring above-normal care.
egotistic (related)
The definition of didactic is used for teaching.
(A) making overnice or petty distinctions; quibbling
Acquired by study, experience, etc.
schoolish
Of or pertaining to school; scholastic.
imprecise (antonym)
Not precise or exact; containing some error or uncertainty.
informal (antonym)
Not in accord with the usual regulations; unofficial.
Pedantic; bookish
Appropriate to literature rather than everyday writing.
attitude (related)
Characterized by a narrow concern for book learning and formal rules, without knowledge or experience of practical matters
flexible (related)
The definition of flexible is someone or something that bends easily, is easily persuaded or can be changed easily.
Following or being in accord with accepted or prescribed forms, conventions, or regulations:
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