Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

turgid

Adjective

/ˈtɜːr.dʒɪd/

Definition

Swollen or distended; excessively embellished in style or language.

Examples

The river became turgid after the heavy rains, overflowing its banks.
His writing was criticized for being turgid, filled with unnecessary adjectives and complex phrases.

Meaning

In a medical context, it describes something that is swollen due to an accumulation of fluid. In a literary context, it refers to language that is pompous or overly ornate.