Words Like CIRCUMLOCUTION

We have put together a list of words that are similar to CIRCUMLOCUTION.

3 Alternative Words Similar to circumlocution

1 Periphrasis Noun      Synonym Words Like Periphrasis
2 Ambage Noun      Synonym Words Like Ambage
3 Evasion Noun      Synonym Words Like Evasion

9 definitions of circumlocution

1 The use of many words to express an idea that might be expressed by few; indirect or roundabout language; a periphrase.
2 a style that involves indirect ways of expressing things
3 an indirect way of expressing something
4 The use of unnecessarily wordy and indirect language.
5 Evasion in speech or writing.
6 A roundabout expression.
7 A roundabout way of speaking; an indirect mode of statement; particularly, a studied indirectness or evasiveness of language in speaking or writing.
8 A roundabout or indirect way of speaking; the use of more words than necessary to express an idea.
9 A roundabout expression. See also euphemism
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