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
niggletrifle
habituateto make used to something : accustom
sanctiona formal decree
quandarya state of perplexity or doubt
pinnacea light sailing ship
coincidencethe act or condition of coinciding : correspondence
appriseto give notice to : tell
adornto enhance the appearance of especially with beautiful objects
rationa food allowance for one day
cuisinemanner of preparing food : style of cooking