long-winded
adjective
ˈlȯŋ-ˌwin-\
Definition of long-winded
1 : tediously long in speaking or writing
2 : not easily subject to loss of breath
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Synonyms & Antonyms for long-winded
Synonyms
circuitous, circumlocutory, diffuse, garrulous, prolix, rambling, verbose, windy, wordy
Antonyms
compact, concise, crisp, pithy, succinct, terse
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long-winded
adjective
English Language Learners Definition of long-winded
: using too many words in speaking or writing
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long-winded
adjectiveKids Definition of long-winded
: using or having too many words a long-winded explanation a long-winded speaker
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