verbal

relating to words or speech

Root

Other words with the verb / verbum root

  • proverb: a short familiar saying that carries advice
  • verb: a word of action or being
  • verbiage: wording; excessive or unnecessary words
  • verbose: using too many words
  • verbosity: use of too many words

Verbal keeps the word-family close to the surface.

The agreement was verbal, so nobody had a written record.

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