florid
Pronunciation
Adjective
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Quick answer
Elaborate and heavily decorated, especially in writing or speech, or, of a face, reddish.
Synonyms and antonyms
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Which word fits the gap? "His _____ writing style felt old-fashioned to modern readers."
Answer: florid
In your own words, what does "florid" mean?
Elaborate and heavily decorated, especially in writing or speech, or, of a face, reddish.
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