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Complete Definition of "prolix"

English

Etymology
L. prolixus, extended

Pronunciation
w:International Phonetic Alphabet|IPA:/pro�lɪks/

Adjective
en-adj

  1. tediously lengthy.
  2. tending to use large or obscure words, which few understand.

Synonyms
long-winded
verbose
wordy

Antonyms
concise
terse

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