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
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| bantering | to speak to or address in a witty and teasing manner |
| atrophy | decrease in size or wasting away of a body part or tissue |
| choir | an organized company of singers (as in a church service) |
| malapropos | in an inappropriate or inopportune way |
| firebrand | a piece of burning wood |
| coin | corner |
| insouciant | lighthearted unconcern : nonchalance |
| scrappy | consisting of scraps |
| misconduct | mismanagement especially of governmental or military responsibilities |
| downcast | low in spirit : dejected |