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Eloquent
/ˈel.ə.kwənt/
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Meaning & Definition
Fluent or persuasive in speaking or writing. Characterized by fluent, powerful, and appropriate expression. When someone is eloquent, they have the ability to express ideas clearly, effectively, and with emotional impact.
Part of Speech
Adjective
Synonyms
Articulate
Fluent
Expressive
Persuasive
Silver-tongued
Antonyms
Inarticulate
Tongue-tied
Unpersuasive
Mute
Faltering
Usage & Example Sentences
“Her eloquent speech moved the entire audience to tears and inspired them to take action.”
“Martin Luther King Jr.’s ‘I Have a Dream’ speech remains one of the most eloquent expressions of civil rights in American history.”
“Despite his nervousness, he delivered an eloquent defense of his research that convinced even the most skeptical professors.”
Word Origin
From Latin “eloqui” meaning “to speak out,” from ex- “out” + loqui “to speak.” First used in English in the late 14th century. The word carries connotations not just of speaking well, but of speaking out powerfully and persuasively.
Eloquent
Ephemeral
Ubiquitous
Serendipity
Quintessential
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