Set 204 · Study 1 / 5
Exitthe use of many words to avoid speaking directly or to be vague
His circumlocution during the meeting made it difficult for anyone to understand his real opinions on the project.
Set 204 of Word Ultra covers 5 words: circumlocution, degustation, haplography, ecdysiast, verisimilitude. Each entry below includes its definition, an example sentence, and synonyms — practice them with the interactive cards above.
the use of many words to avoid speaking directly or to be vague
His circumlocution during the meeting made it difficult for anyone to understand his real opinions on the project.
a careful tasting of a variety of foods or drinks to appreciate their flavors and qualities
The chef organized a stunning degustation menu that showcased the best flavors of the season.
the accidental omission of a letter or syllable in writing due to the presence of similar letters or syllables nearby
The manuscript contained a haplography where the scribe accidentally omitted a letter due to the similar appearance of adjacent characters.
a person who performs striptease
The talented ecdysiast captivated the audience with her graceful movements and elaborate costumes.
the appearance of being true or real
The film's attention to detail gave it an unprecedented level of verisimilitude, making the audience feel as if they were part of the story.