talkative

adjective

talk·​a·​tive ˈtȯ-kə-tiv 

: given to talking

also : full of talk

talkatively adverb

talkativeness noun

Synonyms

• blabby
• chatty
• conversational
• gabby
• garrulous
• loquacious
• motormouthed
• mouthy
• talky

Choose the Right Synonym for talkative

talkative, loquacious, garrulous, voluble mean given to talk or talking.

talkative may imply a readiness to engage in talk or a disposition to enjoy conversation.

a talkative neighbor

loquacious suggests the power of expressing oneself articulately, fluently, or glibly.

a loquacious spokesperson

garrulous implies prosy, rambling, or tedious loquacity.

garrulous traveling companions

voluble suggests a free, easy, and unending loquacity.

a voluble raconteur

Examples of talkative in a Sentence

Their little boy is very talkative.

She was in a talkative mood.

Recent Examples on the Web

Audiences that get hyped up, like Thai audiences, are like talkative people. —Billboard Japan, Billboard, 4 Apr. 2025

Building strong relationships—without being the loudest in the room Introverts are rarely the most talkative people in meetings or social settings. —Lorraine K. Lee, Contributor, CNBC, 31 Mar. 2025

There were also happier times, including winning the FA Cup in 2014 and 2015 and two Community Shield trophies, with an extremely talkative Arteta alongside him in midfield. —Dermot Corrigan, The Athletic, 16 Jan. 2025

Finney-Smith has become one of the team’s most talkative players and a consistent source of energy. —Dan Woike, Los Angeles Times, 13 Mar. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for talkative

• vocative
• evocative
• provocative

Kids Definition

talkative

adjective

talk·​a·​tive ˈtȯ-kət-iv 

: fond of talking

talkativeness noun