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
avowto declare assuredly
abjureto renounce upon oath
deb\^aclesudden disastrous downfall or defeat; complete disaster
impudencethe quality or state of being impudent
subjugateto bring under control and governance as a subject : conquer
dramaa composition (see composition
miniona servile dependent, follower, or underling
kaleidoscopean instrument containing loose bits of colored material (such as glass or plastic) between two flat plates and two plane mirrors so placed that changes of position of the bits of material are reflected in an endless variety of patterns
plenarycomplete in every respect : absolute
usagefirmly established and generally accepted practice or procedure