Circumlocution
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What Does Circumlocution Mean?
- 绕圈话
- 迂回表达
- 委婉曲折的说法
Circumlocution Pronunciation
/ˌsɜːrkəmloʊˈkjuːʃən/
Circumlocution Definition
noun
Definition
The use of many words where fewer would do, especially in a deliberate attempt to be vague or evasive.
In ZH
使用大量的词语，而实际上更少的词语就足够，尤其是在故意试图含糊或回避的情况下。
How to Use Circumlocution in a Sentence
- His circumlocution made it difficult to understand his main point.
- She preferred circumlocution to giving a straightforward answer.
- The politician's speech was filled with circumlocution to avoid answering the question directly.
- Instead of saying no, he used circumlocution to dodge the issue.
- Circumlocution can sometimes confuse the listener instead of clarifying the message.