-speak

English

Etymology

Likely from newspeak, coined by George Orwell in 1984.

Suffix

-speak

1. Indicates a manner of speech typical of or characterized by the root term.
   • 2006, "The great Indian hope trick", The Economist (Feb. 25)

     On the American side, one motive for this is usually couched in the most delicate diplomat-speak.

Derived terms

• See Category:English words suffixed with -speak.