Definition of wordy Wordy

/wɚˈdi/ - [werdee] - word•y

We found 6 definitions of wordy from 4 different sources.

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What does wordy mean?

WordNet

WordNet by Princeton University

Adjective

wordy - using or containing too many words; "long-winded (or windy) speakers"; "verbose and ineffective instructional methods"; "newspapers of the day printed long wordy editorials"; "proceedings were delayed by wordy disputes"
  long-winded, tedious, verbose, windy
  prolix tediously prolonged or tending to speak or write at great length; "editing a prolix manuscript"; "a prolix lecturer telling you more than you want to know"
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Wiktionary Wiktionary dictionary logo

  • wordy (Adjective)
    Using an excessive number of words.

Webster DictionaryWebster's Unabridged Dictionary 📘

  • wordy (superl.)
    Of or pertaining to words; consisting of words; verbal; as, a wordy war.
  • wordy (superl.)
    Using many words; verbose; as, a wordy speaker.
  • wordy (superl.)
    Containing many words; full of words.

Part of speech

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  • wordy, adjective.

Pronunciation

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Sign Language

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