Prolixity

C2 16+

Synonyms of prolixity

Antonyms of prolixity

Collocations of prolixity

excessive verbosity
Frequency: 70 %

His speech was filled with excessive verbosity, making it hard to follow.

verbose explanation
Frequency: 65 %

She provided a verbose explanation that went on for hours without reaching a clear conclusion.

tedious length
Frequency: 60 %

The book was criticized for its tedious length and lack of conciseness.

long-winded speech
Frequency: 55 %

The politician's long-winded speech bored the audience to tears.

wordy dissertation
Frequency: 50 %

The professor's wordy dissertation was difficult to read and comprehend.

Idiomatic Expressions for prolixity

  • Phrase: drowning in prolixity
    Meaning: to be overwhelmed or buried in excessive verbosity or wordiness
    Usage: The report was so full of unnecessary details that I felt like I was drowning in prolixity.