prolixity
|pro/lix/i/ty|
C2
/prəˈlɪksɪti/
wordiness
Etymology
Etymology Information
'prolixity' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'prolixitas,' where 'pro-' meant 'forward' and 'liquere' meant 'to flow.'
Historical Evolution
'prolixitas' transformed into the Old French word 'prolixité,' and eventually became the modern English word 'prolixity' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to flow forward,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'wordiness or verbosity.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the quality of being unnecessarily long and wordy in speech or writing.
The prolixity of his speech made it difficult to follow.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45