Definitions for eloquent
ˈɛl ə kwəntelo·quent

Princeton's WordNetRate this definition:5.0 / 1 vote

1. eloquent, facile, fluent, silver, silver-tongued, smooth-spokenadjective

   expressing yourself readily, clearly, effectively

   "able to dazzle with his facile tongue"; "silver speech"

WiktionaryRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. eloquentadjective

   fluently persuasive and articulate

2. eloquentadjective

   effective in expressing meaning by speech

3. Etymology: eloquens, present participle of eloqui, from e + loqui.

Samuel Johnson's DictionaryRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Eloquentadjective

   Having the power of oratory; having the power of fluent and elegant speech.

   Etymology: eloquens, Latin.

   The Lord of hosts doth take away the captain of fifty, and the honourable man, and the counsellor, and the cunning artificer, and the eloquent orator. Is. iii. 3.

   O death! all eloquent, you only prove
   What dust we dote on, when ’tis man we love. Alexander Pope.

WikipediaRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. eloquent

   Eloquence is fluent, forcible, elegant or persuasive speaking.

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1. eloquent

   Eloquent refers to the ability to express oneself clearly, persuasively and effectively, especially in speeches or writing. It involves the use of rich and powerful language, grammar, and style to communicate merit, compelling emotions, or thoughtful arguments. Eloquent communication is articulate, impressive, and engaging, often inspiring or moving those who receive it.

Webster DictionaryRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Eloquentadjective

   having the power of expressing strong emotions or forcible arguments in an elevated, impassioned, and effective manner; as, an eloquent orator or preacher

2. Eloquentadjective

   adapted to express strong emotion or to state facts arguments with fluency and power; as, an eloquent address or statement; an eloquent appeal to a jury

3. Etymology: [F. loquent, L. eloquens, -entis, p. pr. of eloqui to speak out, declaim; e + loqui to speak. See Loquacious.]

Chambers 20th Century DictionaryRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Eloquent

   el′o-kwent, adj. having the power of speaking with fluency, elegance, and force: containing eloquence: persuasive.—n. El′oquence, the utterance of strong emotion in correct, appropriate, expressive, and fluent language: the art which produces fine speaking: persuasive speech.—adv. El′oquently. [L. eloquens, -entis, pr.p. of eloqui.]

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Numerology

1. Chaldean Numerology

   The numerical value of eloquent in Chaldean Numerology is: 9

2. Pythagorean Numerology

   The numerical value of eloquent in Pythagorean Numerology is: 1

Examples of eloquent in a Sentence

1. Baron Patrick Maynard Stuart Blackett:

   It's tough watching a good idea lose because its backers are less eloquent or have less clout than its opponents.

2. The IEA:

   As such, the Middle East’s market share of global oil supplies rose to 35 percent, the highest since the late 1970s and an eloquent reminder that even when U.S. shale production does resume its growth, older producers will remain essential for oil markets.

3. William Franklin Billy Graham:

   The most eloquent prayer is the prayer through hands that heal and bless. The highest form of worship is the worship of unselfish Christian service. The greatest form of praise is the sound of consecrated feet seeking out the lost and helpless.

4. Morris Dees:

   With Julian's passing, the country has lost one of its most passionate and eloquent voices for the cause of justice.

5. Henry Fielding:

   Money will say more in one moment than the most eloquent lover can in years.

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References

1. ^ Princeton's WordNet
   http://wordnetweb.princeton.edu/perl/webwn?s=eloquent
2. ^ Wiktionary
   https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Eloquent
3. ^ Samuel Johnson's Dictionary
   https://johnsonsdictionaryonline.com/views/search.php?term=eloquent
4. ^ Wikipedia
   https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eloquent
5. ^ ChatGPT
   https://chat.openai.com
6. ^ Webster Dictionary
   https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/eloquent
7. ^ Chambers 20th Century Dictionary
   https://www.gutenberg.org/files/37683/37683-h/37683-h.htm#:~:text=eloquent