Wordy Definition & Meaning

wordy
adjective
  1. 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"

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  • "In situations like this ya speech becomes wordy"
    Mr. Lif — The Now

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