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Turgid

Definition

(literary/formal) Overly elaborate or pompous in style or language; using too many words, especially in a way that is considered annoying or boring. Often used to describe writing or speech that is excessively complex or self-indulgent.

Example Sentences

1The professor's turgid prose made it difficult for students to understand the underlying concepts.
2Is it possible to convey complex ideas in a clear and concise manner, or will they inevitably be expressed in turgid language?
3The novel's turgid descriptions of nature were so lengthy that they overshadowed the plot itself.
4Avoid using turgid language in your academic writing; instead, opt for clarity and precision.
5There is a fine line between eloquence and turgidity, and it is one that many writers struggle to navigate.

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