What does WORDY mean?

Wordy

Part of Speech: Adjective

Definition: Excessively verbose or long-winded; using too many words; containing too many words.

Pronunciations: US: /ˈwɔrdi/ UK: /ˈwɜːdi/

Origin and Usage: The word "wordy" originated in the late 16th century from the word "word," meaning a unit of language. It is commonly used to describe writing or speech that is unnecessarily long or verbose. It is often used in a negative context to criticize writing or speech that is overly wordy and lacks conciseness.

Synonyms: Long-winded, verbose, prolix, rambling, garrulous, loquacious, talkative, chatty, gabby, voluble.

Related Words: Verbs, world, rowdy, dowdy, woody.

Example Sentences:

• The authors writing style is too wordy and needs to be more concise.
• The speech was so wordy that the audience lost interest halfway through.
• The report was filled with wordy phrases that could have been expressed more simply.
• She tends to be a bit wordy when shes nervous and unsure of what to say.
• The professors lectures are often criticized for being too wordy and difficult to follow.