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EPISODE · Nov 2, 2009 · 2 MIN

voluble

from Merriam-Webster's Word of the Day

Merriam-Webster's Word of the Day for November 2, 2009 is: voluble • \VAHL-yuh-bul\ • adjective 1 : easily rolling or turning : rotating 2 : characterized by ready or rapid speech : glib, fluent Examples: The young man proved to be a voluble informer who would tell stories of bookies, smugglers, and hit men to the detectives for hours. Did you know? English has many terms for gabby types, but it's important to choose the right word to get across what kind of chatterbox you mean. "Talkative" usually implies a readiness to engage in talk or a disposition to enjoy conversation. "Loquacious" generally suggests the power to express oneself fluently, articulately, or glibly, but it can also mean "talking excessively." "Garrulous" is even stronger in its suggestion of excessive talkativeness; it is most often used for tedious, rambling talkers. "Voluble" describes an individual who speaks easily and often. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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