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
chalicea drinking cup : goblet
laxloose
laggardlagging or tending to lag : slow especially compared to others of the same kind
titanichaving great magnitude, force, or power : colossal
finesserefinement or delicacy of workmanship, structure, or texture
appriseto give notice to : tell
offhandwithout premeditation or preparation : extempore
implausiblenot plausible : provoking disbelief
attentivemindful
disdaina feeling of contempt for someone or something regarded as unworthy or inferior : scorn