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verbosity

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Verbosity (noun) means the habit of using more words than are truly needed to say something clearly.

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The habit of using more words than are truly needed to say something clearly.

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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”.

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Etymology

Came into English from Middle French verbosité, which in turn came from Late Latin verbōsitās. By surface analysis, it is verbose + -ity.

Synonyms

verboseness

Antonyms

succinctness brevity

Related words

brief brevity succinctness verbiage briefness wordiness conciseness pithiness

Rhymes for verbosity

city deity acuity parity brevity opacity paucity ability quality reality annuity gravity

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Frequently asked questions

What is the meaning of verbosity?

"verbosity" (noun) means the habit of using more words than are truly needed to say something clearly.

What is another word for verbosity?

Other words for "verbosity" include verboseness.

What is the opposite of verbosity?

Opposites of "verbosity" include succinctness, brevity.

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