ELOQUENCE Synonyms: 28 Similar and Opposite Words

eloquence

noun

ˈe-lə-kwən(t)s

as in rhetoric

the art or power of speaking or writing in a forceful and convincing way millions have been inspired by the eloquence of Martin Luther King's "I Have a Dream" speech

Synonyms & Similar Words

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Antonyms & Near Antonyms

inarticulateness

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of eloquence Gunn wanted to bring back more elements from Shelley's original version, such as the character’s eloquence and his desperate longing for companionship. —

Christian Holub, EW.com, 6 Dec. 2024 Domingo is perhaps best known for his eloquence, but here, he’s caught in a loop, grasping for the right thing to say. —

Selome Hailu, Variety, 20 Nov. 2024 He was trained in law, was widely read, spoke and wrote with eloquence, yet remained humble throughout, a man for all seasons. —

Bruce Fein, Baltimore Sun, 15 Nov. 2024 The half-hour series spews its bile with eloquence and conviction that provide their own momentum, at least to start. —

Alison Herman, Variety, 6 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for eloquence