CEFR B1

rambling

adjective

Meaning

Talking or writing at length in a confused or inconsequential way.

Examples

His speech was a rambling monologue about his childhood.
I tried to follow her rambling explanation, but it was too confusing.

Synonyms: long-winded, digressive, incoherent, disjointed

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rambling (B1)

adjective

Pronunciation: /ˈræm.blɪŋ/

Definition

Talking or writing at length in a confused or inconsequential way.

Examples

His speech was a rambling monologue about his childhood.
I tried to follow her rambling explanation, but it was too confusing.
The letter was full of rambling thoughts and unfinished sentences.

How to Use rambling

ramble on (phrasal verb): To talk or write for a long time in a way that is boring or confusing. — "He can ramble on for hours about his favorite hobby."
ramble through (prepositional phrase): To move or progress through something in a slow, aimless, or disorganized way. — "She rambled through the supermarket, unsure of what she needed."

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