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
resuscitateto revive from apparent death or from unconsciousness
pretensionan allegation of doubtful value : pretext
bravehaving or showing mental or moral strength to face danger, fear, or difficulty : having or showing courage
inferto derive as a conclusion from facts or premises
satesatisfy to the full; satisfy to excess; cloy
myriadten thousand
emollientmaking soft or supple
plenitudethe quality or state of being full : completeness
overtopen to view : manifest
conservatorya greenhouse for growing or displaying plants