CEFR B2

wordy

adjective

Meaning

Using or containing too many words; long-winded.

Examples

His explanation was so wordy that it was difficult to follow.
She prefers concise writing and finds wordy prose frustrating.

Synonyms: long-winded, verbose, prolix, garrulous

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wordy (B2)

adjective

Pronunciation: /ˈwɜːrdi/

Definition

Using or containing too many words; long-winded.

Examples

His explanation was so wordy that it was difficult to follow.
She prefers concise writing and finds wordy prose frustrating.
The politician gave a wordy answer that avoided the direct question.

Synonyms of wordy

Words with a similar meaning to wordy:

long-winded
verbose
prolix
garrulous

Antonyms of wordy

Words with the opposite meaning to wordy:

concise
succinct
terse

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