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
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| resuscitate | to revive from apparent death or from unconsciousness |
| pretension | an allegation of doubtful value : pretext |
| brave | having or showing mental or moral strength to face danger, fear, or difficulty : having or showing courage |
| infer | to derive as a conclusion from facts or premises |
| sate | satisfy to the full; satisfy to excess; cloy |
| myriad | ten thousand |
| emollient | making soft or supple |
| plenitude | the quality or state of being full : completeness |
| overt | open to view : manifest |
| conservatory | a greenhouse for growing or displaying plants |