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windy
This term primarily describes atmospheric conditions, evoking a sense of movement and exposure. It is a neutral descriptor for weather, though it can shift toward a negative connotation when describing discomfort or danger, such as in a gale.
In a linguistic or rhetorical sense, the word describes a style of speaking or writing that is unnecessarily long. This usage carries a distinct negative judgment, suggesting that the speaker is wasting time or obscuring the main point with fluff. In British English, it also serves as a colloquial medical descriptor for flatulence or bloating, typically used in a domestic or pediatric context.
Meanings
Containing or producing a large amount of intestinal gas.
Examples
The coast is always windy during the autumn months.
I cannot believe how windy it is up on this mountain.
The patient complained of feeling bloated and windy after the meal.
Some people become windy when they eat too many legumes.
I feel a bit windy today so I should avoid spicy food.
The professor gave a windy speech that lasted for two hours.
His writing style is far too windy and lacks a clear point.