circumlocution
/ˌsɜːkəmləˈkjuːʃən/
circumlocution
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- 1.
The use of many words where fewer would do, especially in a deliberate attempt to be vague or evasive.
"His circumlocution was a clear sign he was hiding something."
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His answer was full of circumlocution.
His answer was full of circumlocution.
I dislike his circumlocution when he tries to avoid the question.
I dislike his circumlocution when he tries to avoid the question.
The report avoided any direct criticism through careful circumlocution.
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How do you pronounce circumlocution?
circumlocution is pronounced [/ˌsɜːkəmləˈkjuːʃən/]. You can hear a native pronunciation on Smoveth.
What does circumlocution mean?
circumlocution means "circumlocution". See the meanings and examples higher up on the page for the full picture.
How difficult is circumlocution?
circumlocution is a Advanced-level word.
Can you give an example sentence with circumlocution?
Example: "His answer was full of circumlocution." — used to mean "circumlocution".
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