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PERIPHRASIS Synonyms

There are 2 synonyms of the word periphrasis. (exact relations)
There are 2 hypernyms of the word periphrasis. (close relations)

Best Alternative Words for PERIPHRASIS

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circumlocution
nounn
noun

• a style that involves indirect ways of expressing things

• an indirect way of expressing something

ambage
nounn
noun

• a style that involves indirect ways of expressing things

Best Hypernyms For PERIPHRASIS

Here is a list of related hypernyms for periphrasis, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
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verboseness verbosity

Alternatives for CIRCUMLOCUTION

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