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   el·o·quence

   /ˈeləkw(ə)ns/

   noun

   • 1. fluent or persuasive speaking or writing: "a preacher of great power and eloquence" Similar oratoryrhetoricgrandiloquencemagniloquenceexpressivenessarticulacyarticulatenessfluencyfacilitypersuasivenessdictionenunciationlocutioncommand of languagepower of speechinformal:gift of the gabway with wordsblarneyOpposite inarticulacy

   Word Origin late Middle English: via Old French from Latin eloquentia, from eloqui ‘speak out’, from e- (variant of ex-) ‘out’ + loqui ‘speak’.

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   Eloquence is speech or writing that is forceful and convincing, or the art or power of using such discourse. Learn the synonyms, examples, word history, and related articles of eloquence from Merriam-Webster.

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   Eloquence is the quality of delivering a clear, strong message. Learn how to use this word in sentences and see translations in different languages.

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   Eloquence is marked by fluency, persuasiveness, and the power to stir emotions. The eloquence of your dog trainer’s empowering speech about the need for complementary manicures and pedicures for pets might bring you to tears, for example.

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   Eloquence definition: the practice or art of using language with fluency and aptness.. See examples of ELOQUENCE used in a sentence.

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   1. a. Persuasive, moving, or graceful discourse: "He has declined to believe Hermione's own honest eloquence" (Wendy Lesser). b. The skill or power of using such discourse: a writer known for her eloquence. 2. The quality of persuasive, moving, or graceful expression: a passage of great eloquence.

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   Eloquence is speech or writing that is vivid, forceful, fluent, graceful, and persuasive. Learn the origin, synonyms, antonyms, and sentence examples of eloquence from YourDictionary.

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   Eloquence is the ability to use language and express your opinions well, especially when you are speaking in public. Learn how to pronounce, use and synonymize this word with Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary.