turgid
Pronunciation
Adjective
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Quick answer
Swollen and distended, or, of language, pompous and hard to understand.
Synonyms and antonyms
Synonyms
swollen
bombastic
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "The report was written in _____, jargon-filled prose."
Answer: turgid
In your own words, what does "turgid" mean?
Swollen and distended, or, of language, pompous and hard to understand.
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