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.

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WordMeaning
pertinenthaving a clear decisive relevance to the matter in hand
nuancea subtle distinction or variation
cascadea steep usually small fall of water
fractioustending to be troublesome : unruly
peripatetica follower of Aristotle or adherent of Aristotelianism
trimto remove by or as if by cutting
mawkishlacking flavor or having an unpleasant taste
prevalentgenerally or widely accepted, practiced, or favored : widespread
fictitiousof, relating to, or characteristic of fiction : imaginary
agitateto excite and often trouble the mind or feelings of : disturb