eloquence
EHL-uh-kwuhns
Eloquence (noun) means Skill in speaking or writing that is fluent, persuasive, and moving. Example: “The lawyer's eloquence swayed even the most skeptical jurors.”
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Skill in speaking or writing that is fluent, persuasive, and moving.
"The lawyer's eloquence swayed even the most skeptical jurors."
"Her eloquence at the podium won the crowd over instantly."
How to use eloquence
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe skill of speaking or writing beautifully and persuasively.
Common pairings
natural eloquence
speak with eloquence
admired for his eloquence
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Etymology
From Latin eloquentia, from eloqui, "to speak out."
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What does “eloquence” mean?
The word “eloquence” means skill in speaking or writing that is fluent, persuasive, and moving. In plain terms, the skill of speaking or writing beautifully and persuasively.
How do you pronounce “eloquence”?
“Eloquence” is pronounced EHL-uh-kwuhns (/ˈɛl.ə.kwəns/ in IPA).
How do you use “eloquence” in a sentence?
Here is “eloquence” used in a sentence: “The lawyer's eloquence swayed even the most skeptical jurors.”
What part of speech is “eloquence”?
“Eloquence” is a noun.
Where does the word “eloquence” come from?
The word “eloquence” comes from Latin. From Latin eloquentia, from eloqui, "to speak out.".
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