Definition

governmenteses

noun
  1. Plural of governmentese; the characteristic language, jargon, or style of communication used by government officials and bureaucracies, often marked by complex vocabulary, passive voice, and obscure phrasing.
  2. Usage: informal; usually plural or mass noun; often used critically to describe overly complicated or evasive official language

Examples

  • The report was filled with governmenteses that made it nearly impossible for ordinary citizens to understand the policy.
  • Critics complained that the agency's statement was pure governmenteses designed to obscure the real issue.
  • Learning to decode governmenteses is essential for anyone who works with federal regulations.
  • The memo was so laden with governmenteses that we had to hire a consultant to explain it.
  • Journalists often struggle to translate governmenteses into language the public can comprehend.

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