eloquent — fluent or persuasive in speaking or writing
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: fluent or persuasive in speaking or writing
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈeləkwənt/
Example Sentences
- His eloquent apology made even his angry mother-in-law forgive him instantly.
- The lawyer's eloquent defense saved the innocent man from prison.
- She gave such an eloquent presentation that her boss promoted her on the spot.
eloquent
ADJECTIVE[/ˈeləkwənt/]
fluent or persuasive in speaking or writing
Powerful, persuasive speaking that moves hearts
The eloquent speaker expressed every idea with confidence and clarity. (eloquent → elegant +quent → eloquent speech, eloquent speaker, eloquent argument )
Eloquent and prevalent — always relevant.
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin eloquens, meaning 'speaking out' or 'speaking well.' In ancient Rome, eloquentia (eloquence) was considered the highest art of public speaking and persuasion.
Breakdown
e- (out) + loqu- (to speak) + -ent (adjective suffix meaning 'characterized by')
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📝Examples
“His eloquent apology made even his angry mother-in-law forgive him instantly.”
“The lawyer's eloquent defense saved the innocent man from prison.”
“She gave such an eloquent presentation that her boss promoted her on the spot.”
“His eloquent love letter was so beautiful that she kept it for 50 years.”
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