polysyllabic

/ˌpɑ.li.sɪˈlæ.bɪk/

UK: /ˌpɒ.lɪ.sɪˈlæ.bɪk/

pɑ · li · SꞮLÆ · bɪk (4 syllables)

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Definition

Having more than one syllable; having multiple or many syllables.

Etymology

From poly- + syllabic.

Example Sentences

  • ""Antidisestablishmentarianism" definitely qualifies as a polysyllabic word."
  • "I have a particularly off-putting predilection for the utilization of ponderously polysyllabic linguistic constructions."
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