adverb

eloquently

Eloquently (adverb) means In a fluent, persuasive, and well-expressed way. Example: “She argued eloquently for the new policy.”

adverb

In a fluent, persuasive, and well-expressed way.

"She argued eloquently for the new policy."

"He spoke eloquently about his years in the war."

How to use eloquently

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishDescribing how someone speaks or writes: clearly, persuasively, and with real skill.

Common pairings

argue eloquently speak eloquently eloquently expressed

Word forms

more eloquently comparative, most eloquently superlative

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Etymology

From Middle English eloquently, eloquentely, equivalent to eloquent + -ly.

Origin: Middle English

Synonyms

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articulately

Rhymes for eloquently

gently recently fluently urgently silently intently patently decently currently fervently patiently evidently

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Frequently asked questions

What does “eloquently” mean?

The word “eloquently” means in a fluent, persuasive, and well-expressed way. In plain terms, describing how someone speaks or writes: clearly, persuasively, and with real skill.

How do you use “eloquently” in a sentence?

Here is “eloquently” used in a sentence: “She argued eloquently for the new policy.”

What part of speech is “eloquently”?

“Eloquently” is an adverb.

What is the meaning of eloquently?

"eloquently" (adverb) means in a fluent, persuasive, and well-expressed way.