Elliptical and Long-winded
Opposite meaning words
Elliptical
Elliptical adjective - Marked by the use of few words to convey much information or meaning.
Usage example: his elliptical replies can seem rude to some people, but that's just his way
Long-winded is an antonym for elliptical.
Nearby Word: elliptic
Long-winded
Long-winded adjective - Using or containing more words than necessary to express an idea.
Elliptical is an antonym for long-winded.
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