Of those words, prolix is the one most likely to suggest unreasonable and tedious dwelling on details. It derives from prolixus, a Latin term meaning "extended" or "copious."

If it is a prolix form of legislation, it is clearly unnecessary, unreasonable and undesirable.

PROLIX definition: extended to great, unnecessary, or tedious length; long and wordy. See examples of prolix used in a sentence.

Factsheet What does the adjective prolix mean? There are four meanings listed in OED's entry for the adjective prolix. See ‘Meaning & use’ for definitions, usage, and quotation evidence.

Definition of prolix adjective in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

prolix (ˈprəʊlɪks; prəʊˈlɪks) adj 1. (of a speech, book, etc) so long as to be boring; verbose 2. indulging in prolix speech or writing; long-winded

2 meanings: 1. (of a speech, book, etc) so long as to be boring; verbose 2. indulging in prolix speech or writing; long-winded.... Click for more definitions.