verbosity

[US]/vɜːˈbɒsəti/
[UK]/vɜːrˈbɑːsəti/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n. wordiness; unnecessary use of words

Example Sentences

To amplify the unfairness, senators have the power (not to mention the verbosity) to talk a bill to death.

His verbosity made it difficult to follow his argument.

She tends to ramble on with unnecessary verbosity.

The professor's lectures are known for their verbosity.

I appreciate concise writing over unnecessary verbosity.

The report was criticized for its verbosity and lack of clarity.

Despite his verbosity, he struggled to express his true feelings.

The lawyer's verbosity in court annoyed the judge.

The politician's verbosity failed to win over the audience.

She tried to cut down on her verbosity in meetings.

The article was criticized for its verbosity and lack of substance.

Real-world Examples

History and French were his degree subjects, and his verbosity in French a source of pride.

Source: The Economist - Comprehensive

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