battologise

/ˈbæt.ə.lɒɡaɪz/

Definitions

1. verb

to repeat oneself, often in a tedious or monotonous manner, especially in speech or writing.

“After five minutes of battologising about the weather, the conversation became unbearable.”

2. verb (rare)

to engage in pointless or repetitive speech, often to avoid discussing a particular topic.

“The politician was accused of battologising to avoid answering the journalist’s tough questions.”

Synonyms

  • babble
  • prattle
  • talk idly

Antonyms

  • elucidate
  • enunciate