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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

turgid

/ˈtɜːrdɪd/ adjective · British & US
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What does turgid mean?

adjective

Full of or characterized by a pompous or pretentious style; overly elaborate or verbose. Excessively swollen or distended.

Example

"The professor's turgid prose made it difficult to follow his argument."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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