prolix

Meanings

• adjective

  A word or passage considered to be excessively lengthy and verbose.

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈpɹəʊ.lɪks/
   
   
   
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Synonyms

verbose

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with prolix
complex , complexe , flex , vex

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Variants

List of all variants of prolix that leads to same result
prolix , prolixities , prolixity , prolixly

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Etymology

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From Latin prolixus, past participle of prolixare, meaning 'to unfold, expand, or unroll'.

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Trivia

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1. Prolix was used extensively in medieval literature, particularly in chivalric romances and epic poems.

2. In music, a prolix section is often used to showcase the virtuosity of the performer.

3. The longest word in the English language, according to some sources, is pneumonoultramicroscopicsilicovolcanoconiosis, which means 'a lung disease caused by inhaling very fine silica particles'. Some argue that prolix is a more common and practical alternative to this word.

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Related Concepts

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1. verbosity: Excessive use of words, often to obscure meaning or to impress.

2. tautology: Repeating the same idea or expression in different words, often unintentionally, and resulting in redundancy and wordiness.

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Culture

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Prolix has been used in literature to describe lengthy and verbose passages. In music, a prolix section refers to a lengthy and intricate musical passage.

How to Memorize "prolix"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a long, winding road that represents the word 'prolix'. Visualize a lengthy and verbose passage or conversation.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'prolix' with 'lengthy' and 'verbose'. Remember that it describes something that is excessively long and detailed.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic by remembering the first letter of each word in 'Prolonged Lengthy Obscure Verbose Excessive'.

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