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
recitala detailed account : enumeration
humilityfreedom from pride or arrogance : the quality or state of being humble
nocturnalof, relating to, or occurring in the night
dementedmad
recuperateto get back : regain
dysenterya disease characterized by severe diarrhea with passage of mucus and blood and usually caused by infection
earnto receive as return for effort and especially for work done or services rendered
shirkto go stealthily : sneak
invocationthe act or process of petitioning for help or support
galleya ship or boat propelled solely or chiefly by oars: such as