GRE Word List

VERBOSE

containing more words than necessary : wordy

The meaning of the word verbose is containing more words than necessary : wordy.

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WordMeaning
scowlto contract the brow in an expression of displeasure
confiscateappropriated by the government : forfeited
bravehaving or showing mental or moral strength to face danger, fear, or difficulty : having or showing courage
cisternan artificial reservoir (such as an underground tank) for storing liquids and especially water (such as rainwater)
unctionthe act of anointing as a rite of consecration or healing
congenitalexisting at or dating from birth
wheedleto influence or entice by soft words or flattery
bickerpetulant quarreling : altercation
singularof or relating to a separate person or thing : individual
staccatocut short or apart in performing : disconnected