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eloquent

/ˈɛl.əˌkwənt/

Meanings
  • adjective

    Expressing or capable of being expressed in a persuasive and effective manner; articulate and fluent.

    - "The politician gave an eloquent speech that moved the audience to tears."
    - "His eloquent words inspired the crowd to take action."
  • adjective

    Skillful in expressing ideas orally or in writing.

    - "The eloquent author wrote a compelling novel."
    - "The eloquent lawyer argued passionately for his client."

Pronunciation
  1. /ˈɛl.əˌkwənt/



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Synonyms

articulate , well-spoken
Rhymes
Words rhyming with eloquent
equivalent , delicate , resilient
Variants
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eloquent , eloquently , wax eloquent
Etymology
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From Latin eloquentia 'speech, discourse, persuasion'.


Trivia
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  1. The word 'eloquent' comes from the Latin word 'eloquentia', which means 'speech, discourse, or persuasion'.

  2. The term 'eloquence' was first used in English in the 14th century.

  3. Eloquence has been a valued skill throughout history, from ancient Greece and Rome to the present day.

  4. Some famous eloquent speakers include Martin Luther King Jr., Winston Churchill, and John F. Kennedy.


Related Concepts
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  1. Rhetoric: The art of persuasive speaking and writing, which often relies on eloquence to effectively communicate ideas and persuade audiences.

  2. Eloquence in art: The use of eloquent language or expression in art, such as poetry or music, to evoke emotions and convey meaning.


Quotes
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  1. There was a burst of applause, and a deep silence which was even more "eloquent" than the applause.

    - Thomas Hardy,{it}The Mayor of Casterbridge{/it},1886
  2. Samuel Johnson is palmed off in classrooms as a harmless drudge of a lexicographer, yet open the Dictionary anywhere and find precision and "eloquent" plainness.

    - Guy Davenport,{it}The Geography of the Imagination{/it},(1954) 1981
  3. He [H. L. Mencken] relished the vagaries of vernacular speech and paid "eloquent" homage to them in {it}The American Language{/it}.

    - Jackson Lears,{it}New Republic{/it},27 Jan. 2003

Culture
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Eloquence has been valued throughout history for its ability to persuade, inspire, and entertain. It has been a key component of public speaking, literature, and art. For example, the ancient Greeks and Romans valued eloquence in their orators and philosophers, and eloquence has been a central theme in literature throughout the ages, from the works of Shakespeare to the speeches of Martin Luther King Jr.

How to Memorize "eloquent"

  1. visualize

    - Visualize the word 'eloquent' written out in bold letters. Imagine a speaker on a stage, delivering an impassioned speech to a captivated audience. Visualize the words flowing smoothly and persuasively from their mouth, captivating the audience and inspiring them to take action.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'eloquent' with the idea of persuasive and effective communication. Think of a charismatic speaker or a compelling piece of writing that leaves a lasting impression.

  3. mnemonics

    - Use the mnemonic 'Eloquent Elephants Entertain Everybody' to remember the meaning of the word. The 'E' stands for 'expressing', the 'E' for 'effectively', the 'E' for 'eloquently', and the 'E' for 'entertaining'.


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