Eloquent

Meanings

1. Fluent or persuasive in speaking or writing
2. Clearly expressing feelings or ideas
3. Movingly expressive

Example Sentences

• "The Prime Minister delivered an eloquent speech at the United Nations General Assembly."
• "Her eloquent writing style made complex topics accessible to ordinary readers."
• "The eloquent tribute to the freedom fighters moved the audience to tears."

Etymology

From Latin 'eloquentem' (speaking out), from 'eloqui' (to speak out), from 'ex-' (out) + 'loqui' (to speak). Related to 'loquacious' (talkative) and 'soliloquy' (talking to oneself).

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