VERBOSE
Dictionary entry overview: What does verbose mean? • VERBOSE (adjective)
The adjective VERBOSE has 1 sense:
1. using or containing too many words
Familiarity information: VERBOSE used as an adjective is very rare.
Dictionary entry details
• VERBOSE (adjective)
Meaning:
Using or containing too many words
Synonyms:
long-winded; verbose; wordy; tedious; windy
Context examples:
long-winded (or windy) speakers / verbose and ineffective instructional methods / newspapers of the day printed long wordy editorials / proceedings were delayed by wordy disputes
Similar:
prolix (tediously prolonged or tending to speak or write at great length)
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