Albert Barnes Commentary Proverbs 10:19

"In the multitude of words there wanteth not transgression; But he that refraineth his lips doeth wisely." — Proverbs 10:19 (ASV)

There wanteth not sin - Some render this, “Sin shall not cease,” etc., that is, many words do not mend a fault. Silence on the part both of the reprover and the offender is often better. The King James Version is, however, preferable.