Prolix meaning
The definition of prolix is someone or something that is too wordy.
An example of something prolix is a long-winded introduction to a speaker; a prolix introduction.
adjective
Tediously prolonged; wordy.
Editing a prolix manuscript.
adjective
Tending to speak or write at excessive length.
adjective
So wordy as to be tiresome; verbose.
adjective
Using more words than are necessary; long-winded.
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Origin of prolix
- Middle English from Old French prolixe from Latin prōlixus poured forth, extended
From American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition
- From Latin prÅlixus (“courteous, favorable").
From Wiktionary