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
synthesisthe composition or combination of parts or elements so as to form a whole
asepticpreventing infection
voluptuoussuggesting sensual pleasure by fullness and beauty of form
reprimanda severe or formal reproof
ransackto look through thoroughly in often a rough way
gleama transient appearance of subdued or partly obscured light
devolveto pass on (something, such as responsibility, rights, or powers) from one person or entity to another
hacklesone of the long narrow feathers on the neck or saddle of a bird
recountto relate in detail : narrate
dissectionthe act or process of dissecting : the state of being dissected