PERIPHRASIS
(noun)Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the word
Periphrasis.
Periphrasis - as a noun
A style that involves indirect ways of expressing things
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
ambagecircumlocutionExample Sentences
"In his writing, the author often uses periphrasis to avoid using clichés."
"The lecturer explained the concept of periphrasis in great detail."
"The use of periphrasis can sometimes make a sentence more ambiguous."
"Some writers believe that periphrasis adds elegance to their prose."
"The young poet's work was characterized by excessive periphrasis."
Word Game Points
Is PERIPHRASIS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, periphrasis is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
PERIPHRASIS has a SCRABBLE points total of 18.
Is PERIPHRASIS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, periphrasis is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordPERIPHRASIS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 19.
Is PERIPHRASIS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, periphrasis is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordPERIPHRASIS has a WORDFEUD points total of 20.
