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eloquent

Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples

Pronunciation: US /ˈɛləkwənt/ · UK /ˈeləkwənt/

eloquent means: Able to express ideas clearly and beautifully in a way that influences people.

adjective

EXPRESSING WELLC1

Able to express ideas clearly and beautifully in a way that influences people.

  • She is an eloquent speaker.
  • He gave an eloquent speech about peace.
  • The writer's eloquent arguments changed many readers' minds.

Similar words: articulate, expressive, persuasive

Opposites: inarticulate

Common phrases: an eloquent speaker, an eloquent speech, an eloquent writer, an eloquent appeal

Questions about eloquent

What does eloquent mean?

Able to express ideas clearly and beautifully in a way that influences people.

What is eloquent in other languages?

Türkçe: belagatli · Español: elocuente · Français: éloquent · Deutsch: beredt · Italiano: eloquente · 日本語: 雄弁な

How do you pronounce eloquent?

In American English /ˈɛləkwənt/; in British English /ˈeləkwənt/.

How do you use eloquent in a sentence?

She is an eloquent speaker. He gave an eloquent speech about peace.

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