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Polysyllabic

Definition

(formal) Having or consisting of many syllables; typically used to describe words that are long and complex.

Example Sentences

1The professor used a polysyllabic term to describe the new scientific concept, leaving many students confused.
2Was the poet's use of polysyllabic words in the poem intended to create a sense of grandeur?
3The language teacher advised her students to avoid using polysyllabic vocabulary in everyday conversations.
4Try to break down polysyllabic words into their individual syllables to improve your pronunciation.
5The novelist's writing style was characterized by the frequent use of polysyllabic words, which added to the narrative's complexity.

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