Charlatanical

/ˌʃɑɹləˈtænɪkəl/ adjective

Definition

Characteristic of or relating to charlatan behavior; fraudulent, deceptive, or involving pretense and deception.

Etymology

From charlatan plus the suffix -ical, an extended adjectival form combining two suffixes (-ic and -al) for emphasis.

Kelly Says

Using both -ic and -al together (charlatanic vs. charlatanical) is how English adds intensity—it's like saying 'doubly deceptive' or 'extra fraudulent,' making the word feel more serious and condemnatory!

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