Logomachy

Pronunciation: /ˈlɒɡəˌmæki/

Definitions of logomachy

noun a dispute or argument about words or the meaning of words

Example Sentences

A1 Logomachy is a difficult word to pronounce.

A2 The argument turned into a logomachy as both parties refused to back down.

B1 The logomachy between the two politicians lasted for hours.

B2 The logomachy between the two scholars was legendary in academic circles.

C1 The logomachy between the lawyers was intense and filled with legal jargon.

C2 The logomachy between the linguists delved deep into the origins of language.

Examples of logomachy in a Sentence

formal The debate turned into a logomachy as both sides refused to concede any points.

informal The argument became a logomachy with neither person willing to back down.

slang The conversation quickly devolved into a logomachy, with both people just talking in circles.

figurative Their relationship was like a logomachy, filled with constant verbal sparring and disagreement.

Grammatical Forms of logomachy

• past tense: logomachied
• plural: logomachies
• comparative: more logomachy
• superlative: most logomachy
• present tense: logomachies
• future tense: will logomachy
• perfect tense: have logomachied
• continuous tense: is logomachying
• singular: logomachy
• positive degree: logomachy
• infinitive: to logomachy
• gerund: logomachying
• participle: logomachied

Origin and Evolution of logomachy

First Known Use: 1589 year

Language of Origin: Greek

Story behind the word: The word 'logomachy' originated from the Greek word 'logomachia', which is derived from 'logos' meaning 'word' and 'machesthai' meaning 'to fight'.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to describe a verbal dispute or argument, the meaning of 'logomachy' has evolved to also include a debate over the meaning of words or the use of excessive or obscure language.