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
scurryto move in or as if in a brisk pace : scamper
cacophonousmarked by cacophony : harsh-sounding
muteunable to speak : lacking the power of speech
bateto reduce the force or intensity of : restrain
vernalof, relating to, or occurring in the spring
tractablecapable of being easily led, taught, or controlled : docile
azurethe blue color of the clear sky
doctrinea principle or position or the body of principles in a branch of knowledge or system of belief : dogma
unregeneratenot regenerate
abjectsunk to or existing in a low state or condition : very bad or severe