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verbiage — meaning in English

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English meaning

claptrap noun Talk or writing that sounds impressive but is actually empty or nonsensical.
verbiage noun Excessive or unnecessary words, especially language that is wordy and says little.

Senses

verbiage is used for these senses in English:

claptrap Empty verbiage or nonsense. [from early 19th c.]
verbiage Overabundance of words.

verbiage — full definition

noun Excessive or unnecessary words, especially language that is wordy and says little.
noun The particular wording of a document or message, considered neutrally.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

Related French words

charabia galimatias