ambagious
|am-ba-gious|
C2
/æmˈbeɪdʒəs/
indirect or roundabout
Etymology
Etymology Information
'ambagious' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'ambāgēs,' where 'ambi-' meant 'around' and 'agere' meant 'to drive or lead.'
Historical Evolution
'ambāgēs' transformed into the Late Latin word 'ambagiosus,' and eventually became the modern English word 'ambagious.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to lead around or indirect,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'characterized by circumlocution.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
characterized by or given to circumlocution; indirect or roundabout in speech or writing.
His ambagious explanation left everyone confused.
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Last updated: 2025/07/09 07:36