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Synonyms for “Windy” — 11 Other Ways to Say It

Meaning of Windy

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11 Synonyms for Windy — Words Similar to Windy

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verbose

/vɜːrˈboʊs/
adj C1 Formal

Using too many words; saying something in a way that is longer and more complicated than needed.

Example: The verbose policy document could have been summarized in a single page instead of fifty.

visionary

/ˈvɪʒəneri/
adj C1 Formal

Thinking creatively and wisely about what the future could be. Having big ideas that go beyond what everyone else is thinking.

Example: Steve Jobs was a visionary leader whose designs transformed consumer technology.

fast

/fɑːst/
adj A1

Able to move or happen very quickly, not slowly.

Example: That car is very fast on the highway.

Frequently Asked Questions About Synonyms of Windy

What is another word for "windy"?

Common synonyms for "windy" include: long-winded, tedious, verbose, wordy, laputan.

What can I say instead of "windy"?

Try one of these alternatives: long-winded, tedious, verbose, wordy, laputan. Pick the synonym whose register and meaning fits your sentence — see the cards above for definitions and examples.

When should I use "windy" instead of "long-winded"?

Use "windy" when you want to keep the exact nuance shown in the meaning section above; switch to "long-winded" when you need a different register, level, or shade of meaning. Compare the cards above to decide.

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