Eloquence — Definition & Meaning

What does eloquence mean?

noun

The quality of being eloquent; the ability to speak or write effectively and persuasively. Eloquence is often characterized by clarity, fluency, and a natural, engaging style.

Example

"The politician's eloquence in her speech won over the audience and earned her a standing ovation."

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Etymologically related

Latin eloquentia Greek ελοquence French éloquence

Synonyms for eloquence

eloquent persuasive effective fluent articulate expressive

Antonyms of eloquence

inarticulate unpersuasive ineffective

Rhymes with eloquence

eloquence relevance sufficiency necessity