as in rhetoric
the art or power of speaking or writing in a forceful and convincing way
millions have been inspired by the eloquence of Martin Luther King's "I Have a Dream" speech
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Recent Examples of eloquence
The ability to convey gratitude and appreciation in just a few words can resonate — proving that brevity can be just as powerful as eloquence.
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Vibhas Ratanjee, Forbes, 1 Mar. 2025
There is no epiphany and no resolution, only a rupture that even the husband’s eloquence can’t heal.
—Maggie Doherty, The New Yorker, 24 Feb. 2025
Other speeches went on far too long, but scant few had true eloquence or electricity.
—Kelly Lawler, USA TODAY, 3 Mar. 2025
The ability to convey gratitude and appreciation in just a few words can resonate — proving that brevity can be just as powerful as eloquence.
—Vibhas Ratanjee, Forbes, 1 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for eloquence
Vibhas Ratanjee, Forbes, 1 Mar. 2025
There is no epiphany and no resolution, only a rupture that even the husband’s eloquence can’t heal.
—Maggie Doherty, The New Yorker, 24 Feb. 2025
Other speeches went on far too long, but scant few had true eloquence or electricity.
—Kelly Lawler, USA TODAY, 3 Mar. 2025
The ability to convey gratitude and appreciation in just a few words can resonate — proving that brevity can be just as powerful as eloquence.
—Vibhas Ratanjee, Forbes, 1 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for eloquence
Recent Examples of Synonyms for eloquence
Noun
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Drawing the line between criticism and hate Jonathan, a Jewish young professional in Washington, D.C., said political leaders must more clearly condemn rhetoric that veers into incitement.—
Samantha-Jo Roth,
The Washington Examiner,
3 June 2025
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The most frequently cited reasons for wanting to move were concerns about LGBTQ+ rights – 76% – the sociopolitical climate – 71% – anti-trans rhetoric and climate – 60% – and anti-trans laws and policies – 47%.—
Jessica Guynn,
USA Today,
3 June 2025
Noun
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In this novel, a Vietnamese American writer best known for his poetry draws on his own experiences as a fast-food worker.—
The New Yorker,
New Yorker,
26 May 2025
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Stanley Kubrick deliberately chose the Danube Waltz to emphasize the grace and poetry of movement in space – a floating ballet in outer space.—
David Szondy
May 25,
New Atlas,
25 May 2025
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“Eloquence.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/eloquence. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.
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