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  • proper noun philosophy The convoluted, obscure style of writing associated with the works of G.W.F. Hegel

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Hegel +‎ -ese

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Examples

  • "Form is emptiness; emptiness also is form [that is, substance and shape — determination in Hegelese]; emptiness is no other than form; form is no other than emptiness."

    Hegel on Buddhism 2007

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