Circumlocution

Circumlocution: an indirect way of speaking when you would rather avoid speaking clearly, speaking directly, or getting to the point. An evasive way of speaking.   Try to get a straight answer out of a politician. Good luck. Politicians are known for their...

Circumlocution

Circumlocution: indirect speaking; a roundabout or indirect expression; use of superfluous words to express an idea. If you are not willing to get right to the point, or if, for some reason, you need to soften the force of direct speech, you might use circumlocution....