Prolixity

usgb/prəʊˈlɪksəti/
noun

The state of being too long, detailed or full of unnecessary information.

The professor's prolixity often bored the students during lectures.
Visual representation of "prolixity" - The state of being too long, detailed or full of unnecessary information.

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  • excessive prolixity
  • bored by prolixity

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Formal, Disapproving

Academic

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Negative Connotation

Prolixity usually has a negative meaning, implying that brevity is preferred.

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The writer's prolixity obscured the novel's narrative.
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Academic Usage

Prolixity can be especially problematic in academic texts, where clarity is key.

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To avoid prolixity, the researcher used clear, concise language.
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Avoid in Speaking

In spoken English, prolixity can cause listeners to lose interest.

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His prolixity made the audience restless.
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