periphrastic
/ˌpɛrɪˈfræstɪk/
adjective
- Using many words to express something that could be said more briefly; roundabout in speech or writing.
- His periphrastic style made the simple instructions hard to follow.
- She gave a periphrastic answer instead of a direct 'yes' or 'no.'
- The author's periphrastic descriptions often confuse readers.