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
terminuseither end of a transportation line or travel route
vigilthe act of keeping awake at times when sleep is customary
dermatologista branch of medicine dealing with the skin, its structure, functions, and diseases
interjectionan ejaculatory utterance usually lacking grammatical connection: such as
comelypleasurably conforming to notions of good appearance, suitability, or proportion
absolutefree from imperfection : perfect
reprisala retaliatory act
mata piece of coarse, woven, plaited, or felted fabric used especially as a floor covering or a support
vilemorally despicable or abhorrent
forswearto make a liar of (oneself) under or as if under oath