Synonyms of loquacious

loquacious

adjective

lō-ˈkwā-shəs 

as in talkative

fond of talking or conversation

sometimes the loquacious talk show host barely lets her guests get a word in

Synonyms & Similar Words

• talkative
• chatty
• garrulous
• conversational
• outspoken
• vocal
• communicative
• mouthy
• talky
• outgoing
• gabby
• motormouthed
• blabby
• expansive
• effusive
• articulate
• voluble
• fluent
• demonstrative
• glib
• well-spoken
• rambling
• prolix
• verbose
• gossipy
• free-spoken
• extroverted
• gregarious
• wordy
• unreserved
• long-winded
• gushing
• tale-telling
• sociable
• talebearing
• windy

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• laconic
• taciturn
• reticent
• uncommunicative
• reserved
• quiet
• closemouthed
• shy
• silent
• mute
• tight-lipped
• evasive
• speechless
• wordless
• mum
• secretive
• withdrawn
• aloof
• introverted
• nonvocal
• tongue-tied
• unsociable
• inhibited
• self-contained
• retiring
• indrawn

Synonym Chooser

How is the word loquacious different from other adjectives like it?

Some common synonyms of loquacious are garrulous, talkative, and voluble. While all these words mean "given to talk or talking," loquacious suggests the power of expressing oneself articulately, fluently, or glibly.

a loquacious spokesperson

When would garrulous be a good substitute for loquacious?

The words garrulous and loquacious can be used in similar contexts, but garrulous implies prosy, rambling, or tedious loquacity.

garrulous traveling companions

Where would talkative be a reasonable alternative to loquacious?

In some situations, the words talkative and loquacious are roughly equivalent. However, talkative may imply a readiness to engage in talk or a disposition to enjoy conversation.

a talkative neighbor

When could voluble be used to replace loquacious?

While the synonyms voluble and loquacious are close in meaning, voluble suggests a free, easy, and unending loquacity.

a voluble raconteur

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of loquacious

There is no better illustration of speechlessness being deployed as a weapon, forcing the loquacious, as if at gunpoint, to fill the void with words. — Anthony Lane, New Yorker, 3 Aug. 2026

The six-part series documented the program’s rise under Urban Meyer, while capturing the dedication and personalities of players, including the loquacious Spikes. — Edgar Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 29 May 2026

Gregarious and loquacious, the 50-year-old former Daily City councilmember is now approaching his ninth year on the San Mateo County Board of Supervisors. — Mercury News Editorial Board, Mercury News, 29 May 2026

The most loquacious player in the New York Yankees clubhouse had nothing to say, because there really isn’t much to say so far about the most important season of his career. — Chris Kirschner, New York Times, 12 May 2026

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