as in articulate
able to express oneself clearly and well
famed as a silver-tongued orator, Daniel Webster used his oratorical gifts in vigorous support of the Union
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of silver-tongued
Smith’s flow is no longer conversational, liquidy and silver-tongued; his lyrics are no longer convivial or directed straight to the heart and head.
—
A.d. Amorosi, Variety, 28 Mar. 2025
A.d. Amorosi, Variety, 28 Mar. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for silver-tongued
Adjective
-
Those who know him describe him as articulate, thoughtful and dedicated.—
Alicia Victoria Lozano,
NBC news,
19 June 2025
-
Many of this season’s frequent nominees were articulate and direct about the ways those in the film industry can better support one another during uncertain times.—
Fran Hoepfner,
Vulture,
3 Mar. 2025
Adjective
-
An eloquent necklace and matching earrings alongside delicate rings were styled as a part of her red carpet look.—
Robyn Mowatt,
Essence,
27 June 2025
-
Ambient background music plays, and eloquent placemats beckon you to your spot at the table.—
Bryce Jones,
Better Homes & Gardens,
24 June 2025
Adjective
-
Miller, who represents Ohio's 7th District, is a vocal supporter of former President Donald Trump and has aligned himself with conservative positions in Congress.—
Dan Gooding
Gabe Whisnant,
MSNBC Newsweek,
20 June 2025
-
That announcement came amid growing concerns from some of the president's most vocal supporters, including former Fox News host Tucker Carlson and former Trump senior adviser Steve Bannon.—
Leila Fadel,
NPR,
20 June 2025
Adjective
-
The Democratic lawmakers have been outspoken critics of conditions at the centers amid concerns over overcrowding and detainee deaths.—
Verónica Egui Brito,
Miami Herald,
23 June 2025
-
Newsom, however, was an outspoken opponent of the proposition.—
George Skelton,
Los Angeles Times,
23 June 2025
Cite this Entry
“Silver-tongued.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/silver-tongued. Accessed 5 Jul. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share