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circumlocution |
the use of many words where fewer would do, especially in a deliberate attempt to be vague or evasive. |
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elocution |
the skill of clear and expressive speech, especially of distinct pronunciation and articulation. |
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colloquial |
(of language) used in ordinary or familiar conversation; not formal or literary. |
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loquacious |
tending to talk a great deal; talkative. |
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triumvirate |
(in ancient Rome) a group of three men holding power, in particular ( the First Triumvirate ) the unofficial coalition of Julius Caesar, Pompey, and Crassus in 60 BC and ( the Second Triumvirate ) a coalition formed by Antony, Lepidus, and Octavian in 43 BC. |
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virago |
a domineering, violent, or bad-tempered woman. |
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virility |
(in a man) the quality of having strength, energy, and a strong sex drive; manliness. |
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virtuosity |
great skill in music or another artistic pursuit. |
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equivalent |
equal in value, amount, function, meaning, etc. |
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prevalent |
widespread in a particular area at a particular time. |
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valorous |
having valor; courageous; valiant; brave. |
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validate |
check or prove the validity or accuracy of (something). |
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ethos |
the characteristic spirit of a culture, era, or community as manifested in its beliefs and aspirations. |
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logos |
the Word of God, or principle of divine reason and creative order, identified in the Gospel of John with the second person of the Trinity incarnate in Jesus Christ. |
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pathos |
a quality that evokes pity or sadness. |
