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Vocabulary Entry
turgidness
|noun • adjective
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N
noun
The quality or state of being turgid; exaggerated or bombastic language.
Example Sentences
"The turgidness of his speech made it difficult for the audience to stay engaged."
"Her writing was filled with turgidness, making even simple ideas sound complicated."
"Critics often highlight the turgidness in certain political speeches."
A
adjective
Characterized by excessive or inflated language; swollen or distended.
Example Sentences
"His turgid prose was hard to digest and left readers overwhelmed."
"The turgidness of the plant's leaves indicates it has absorbed plenty of water."
"The novel was criticized for its turgid style, which overshadowed the storyline."