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

WordMeaning
transpireto take place : go on
breadthdistance from side to side : width
divestto deprive or dispossess especially of property, authority, or title
postulatedemand
urbanenotably polite or polished in manner
approbationcommendation
arcadea long arched building or gallery
caricatureexaggeration by means of often ludicrous distortion of parts or characteristics
refulgenta radiant or resplendent quality or state : brilliance
rubblebroken fragments (as of rock) resulting from the decay or destruction of a building