volubility

noun

vol·​u·​bil·​i·​ty ˌvälyəˈbilətē How to pronounce volubility (audio)
-ilətē
-i
plural -es
Synonyms of volubilitynext
: the quality or state of being voluble
from her volubility of tongue seemed likely to stretch the discourse to an immoderate lengthHenry Fielding

Word History

Etymology

Latin volubilitas, from volubilis voluble + -itas -ity

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“Volubility.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/volubility. Accessed 18 Dec. 2025.

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