adjective
Using too many words, so that writing or speech is less clear or effective.
The report was accurate but too wordy.
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It usually expresses criticism.
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wordy explanation · wordy email
American English
How to pronounce wordy
adjectiveB2
WERdee
/ˈwɚ.ɾi/
2 syllables · Stress the first syllable.
Using too many words, so that writing or speech is less clear or effective.
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Related words & forms
The final y changes to i in wordier and wordiest.