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CIRCUMLOCUTION

(noun)

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Circumlocution.

How to pronounce circumlocution:

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Circumlocution - as a noun

A style that involves indirect ways of expressing things

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
ambageperiphrasis

An indirect way of expressing something

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
indirect expression

Example Sentences

"His speech was filled with unnecessary circumlocutions that made it hard to understand his point."
"The lawyer's constant use of circumlocution in the courtroom frustrated the judge."
"The author's excessive circumlocution led to a confusing and convoluted plot."
"The politician's circumlocution was seen as an attempt to avoid answering the questions directly."
"The professor's lecture was filled with unnecessary circumlocutions that only served to confuse the students."
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Word Game Points

Is CIRCUMLOCUTION a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, circumlocution is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

CIRCUMLOCUTION has a SCRABBLE points total of 22.

Is CIRCUMLOCUTION a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, circumlocution is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
CIRCUMLOCUTION has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 30.

Is CIRCUMLOCUTION a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, circumlocution is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
CIRCUMLOCUTION has a WORDFEUD points total of 27.

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