What is another word for circumlocutionary?
Pronunciation: [sˌɜːkəmləkjˈuːʃənəɹi] (IPA) 
The word "circumlocutionary" refers to the act of speaking in a roundabout way in order to avoid saying something directly. Synonyms for this word include: evasive, equivocal, ambiguous, indeterminate, vague, imprecise, unclear, roundabout, circuitous, and meandering. All of these words describe a similar way of communicating that can be frustrating for those trying to understand the speaker's message. While there may be a time and place for speaking in a circumlocutionary manner, it is important to be clear and direct when necessary, in order to avoid miscommunications and misunderstandings.
