researchy
adjEtymology From research + -y.
1
Colloquial, Humorous, Nonstandard Characterized by research, especially the serious investigation of a subject.
- Michelle's new job is researchy.
2
Colloquial, Derogatory, Nonstandard Having little or no known practical application.
- The committee agreed that the project had merit, but was too researchy and should have lower priority than more practical projects.