The philosopher's prose was notoriously turgid, characterized by convoluted sentences and unnecessary technical terminology that obscured rather than illuminated her arguments.
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readingAs used in the text, what does the word "turgid" most nearly mean?
A
clear
B
brief
C
pompous
D
popular
Correct Answer: C
Choice C is the best answer. The passage describes "convoluted sentences" and "unnecessary terminology" that obscured arguments. "Pompous" captures this inflated, overblown quality.
Choice A is incorrect because "clear" contradicts obscured. Choice B is incorrect because "brief" contradicts convoluted. Choice D is incorrect because "popular" doesn't address style quality.