gadzookery
/ɡædˈzuːkəri/
noun
- The use of old-fashioned or exaggerated expressions, especially in a humorous or theatrical way.
- Some historical novels rely too much on gadzookery instead of realistic dialogue.
- The play was full of gadzookery, with characters saying things like 'Zounds!' and 'Forsooth!'
- His speech was so full of gadzookery that the audience laughed at every dramatic line.