verbose
Noun
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What does “verbose” mean?
noun.using or expressed in more words than are needed.
SAT Usage
the term is often found in passages discussing communication, writing, or rhetoric, highlighting unnecessary complexity in language. It emphasizes a lack of clarity and efficiency in expression, contrasting with terms like "succinct," which suggests brevity and precision.
Common Confusions
Verbose implies an excessive use of words that obscures meaning, while concise usually suggests a clear expression that conveys necessary information with brevity.
Do not choose verbose if the context emphasizes clarity or conciseness rather than using or expressed in more words than are needed.
Example Sentences
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His verbose writing style buried the main point in lengthy prose.