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Definition of wordy adjective from the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary

wordy

adjective
 
/ˈwɜːdi/
 
/ˈwɜːrdi/
(usually disapproving)
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  1. using too many words, especially formal ones synonym verbose
    • a wordy and repetitive essay
    Word OriginOld English wordig (see word, -y).
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