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verbose

|ver/bose|

C1

🇺🇸

/vərˈboʊs/

🇬🇧

/vɜːˈbəʊs/

wordy

Etymology
Etymology Information

'verbose' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'verbosus,' where 'verbum' meant 'word.'

Historical Evolution

'verbosus' transformed into the French word 'verbos,' and eventually became the modern English word 'verbose' through Middle English.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'full of words,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

using or expressed in more words than are needed.

The professor's lecture was so verbose that many students lost interest.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:39