eloquent
adjectiveGraduateELO 1,400GRESAT
DEFINITION
expressing yourself readily, clearly, effectively
WEBSTER'S 1913
Having the power of expressing strong emotions or forcible arguments in an elevated, impassioned, and effective manner; as, an eloquent orator or preacher.
ETYMOLOGY
Latin 'eloquens', speaking
SYNONYMS
ANTONYMS
IN LITERATURE
“This was by no means his idea of a man's duty in tribulation, about which he could be strenuously eloquent.”
— George Meredith, Complete Project Gutenberg Works of George Meredith
IN USE
“The debate ended with an eloquent speech by Prime Minister Manuel Azaña pleading for the unanimity of the house "to condemn and exclude D.”
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