Local English word record

wordy

adjective · 1 sense

using or containing too many words

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Examples

  • long-winded (or windy) speakers
  • verbose and ineffective instructional methods
  • newspapers of the day printed long wordy editorials
  • proceedings were delayed by wordy disputes

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Synonyms

long-winded, tedious, verbose, windy

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