GRE Word List

CIRCUMLOCUTION

the use of an unnecessarily large number of words to express an idea

The meaning of the word circumlocution is the use of an unnecessarily large number of words to express an idea.

Random words

WordMeaning
facilitateto make easier : help bring about
accompliceone associated with another especially in wrongdoing
leasha line for leading or restraining an animal
ambleto go at or as if at an easy gait : saunter
scrappyconsisting of scraps
totterto move unsteadily : stagger
championa winner of first prize or first place in competition
doldrumsa spell of listlessness or despondency
pugilistfighter
executeto carry out fully : put completely into effect