verbalism

noun

ˈvər-bə-ˌli-zəm How to pronounce verbalism (audio)
Definition of verbalismnext
1
as in voice
an act, process, or means of putting something into words the meticulous verbalism of the senator's prepared statement suggests that she knew that it would spark controversy

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2
as in repetition
the use of too many words to express an idea prose that is lean, uncluttered, and utterly devoid of any trace of verbalism

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Recent Examples of verbalism Remaining on stage with gracious verbalism, Batiste first acknowledged the nominees. — Allison Hazel, Essence, 9 June 2021
Recent Examples of Synonyms for verbalism
  1. voice
  2. repetition
  3. expression
  4. garrulity
  5. formulation
  6. logorrhea
  7. diffusion
  8. repetitiveness
Noun
  • Their emblematic voice performances, Winderbaum says, are baked into his psyche.
    — Carlos Aguilar, Los Angeles Times, 10 July 2026
  • Multitracking his voice into a haunted choir, the effect as his vocals rise and cut out is absolutely gutting.
    — Harry Tafoya, Pitchfork, 9 July 2026
Definition of voice
Noun
  • For each exercise, aim for two to three sets of 8-12 repetitions, two to three times per week on non-consecutive days.
    — Michael Swartzon, Miami Herald, 3 July 2026
  • If the change introduces a new logic or compliance requirement, expect a longer runway, repetition and coaching in the flow of work.
    — Guy Yehiav, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026
Definition of repetition
Noun
  • The intuitive Moon moves through your 8th House of Intimacy, squaring powerful Pluto in your 5th House of Creativity, so deeper feelings may meet a desire for expression, romance, or play.
    — Tarot.com, Hartford Courant, 9 July 2026
  • Código 1530, however, decided to age its new expression for a full 15 years before giving it a relatively brief finish, making this one of the oldest (and most expensive) tequilas currently on the market.
    — Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 9 July 2026
Definition of expression
Noun
  • Flatulent describes inflated, pretentious writing; garrulity describes excessive talkativeness.
    — Gary Gilson, Star Tribune, 31 Oct. 2020
Definition of garrulity
Noun
  • Consumers are becoming increasingly comfortable interrogating formulations rather than simply admiring them, and that changes the relationship between brand and buyer in ways the industry is only beginning to understand.
    — Kate Hardcastle, Forbes.com, 10 July 2026
  • While Toray has not disclosed the specific chemical modification behind the material, the company says the new formulation can reduce curing times by up to 45 percent.
    — Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 5 July 2026
Definition of formulation
Noun
  • Just as the limitless space of web text tempts writers to indulge their logorrhea, the blinking, ever-transmuting, cartoonish interface of web browsers prevents would-be readers from paying attention to anything for longer than about 7 seconds.
    — Barton Swaim, WSJ, 19 Sep. 2022
  • Nor has Musk kept his Twitter logorrhea in check in other respects.
    — Michael Hiltzik, Los Angeles Times, 28 Apr. 2022
Definition of logorrhea
Noun
  • Immigrant inventors contribute to knowledge diffusion across borders.
    — Stuart Anderson, Forbes.com, 7 July 2026
  • Other people emphasize the rules and regulations slowing down diffusion and stymieing change.
    — Annie Lowrey, The Atlantic, 29 June 2026
Definition of diffusion
Noun
  • The repetitiveness of the plot is not helped by the many montages writer-director Yandy Laurens uses as shortcuts, instead of writing scenes that show how the central relationship is developing.
    — Murtada Elfadl, Variety, 15 Dec. 2025
Definition of repetitiveness

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“Verbalism.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/verbalism. Accessed 11 Jul. 2026.

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