polysyllabic
/ˌpɑ.li.sɪˈlæ.bɪk/
UK: /ˌpɒ.lɪ.sɪˈlæ.bɪk/
pɑ · li · SꞮLÆ · bɪk (4 syllables)
English
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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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