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Choose the word that best defines the given phrase ‘A style in which a writer makes a display of hisknowledge’

Verbose
Pedantic
Ornate
Pompous

Correct Answer: Verbose

Explanation:

Verbose means using or expressed in more words than are needed.

Pedantic means excessively concerned with minor details or rules.

Ornate means elaborately or highly decorated.

Pompous means self-important

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