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loquacious
Tending to talk a great deal; talkative; characterized by excessive talk or chattiness.
Etymology
From Latin "loquax" (talkative), from "loqui" (to speak). The same root gives us "eloquent," "colloquial," and "elocution."
Usage Examples
"The loquacious taxi driver talked nonstop during the entire ride."
"She was usually quiet, but became quite loquacious after a glass of wine."
"His loquacious nature made him perfect for a career in sales."
Synonyms
- Talkative
- Chatty
- Garrulous
- Verbose
- Voluble
Fun Facts
- Unlike "eloquent," which implies skillful speaking, "loquacious" simply means talking a lot.
- The word is often used humorously to describe someone who talks too much.
- Loquacity can be charming or annoying depending on the situation!
Related Terms
- Garrulous: Excessively talkative, especially on trivial matters
- Verbose: Using more words than needed; wordy
- Voluble: Speaking or spoken incessantly and fluently
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