Written using elaborate language (6)

I believe the answer is:

florid

(Other definitions for florid that I've seen before include "Flushed with red" , "Ruddy in appearance" , "(Of language) flowery" , "Over-elaborate" , "Showy" .)

I've seen this clue in The Times.

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