Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
purple-prose
noun
/ˈpɜːr.pəl proʊz/
Definition
Highly ornate or extravagant language that is often considered too elaborate for the context.
Examples
- The author’s tendency towards purple prose made the novel hard to read.
- Despite its beauty, the purple prose often overshadowed the story being told.
- In academic writing, one should avoid purple prose to maintain clarity and precision.
Meaning
Purple prose refers to writing that uses excessively flowery language and elaborate descriptions, which can detract from the clarity and effectiveness of the message.
Synonyms
- Flamboyant language
- Ornate writing
- Flowery prose
- Grandiloquence
