loquacity

noun

Definition of loquacitynext
as in talkativeness

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Recent Examples of loquacity The central bank’s pathological loquacity—policy statements, detailed meeting minutes, press conferences, speeches, interviews and those infernal dot plots—has become more confusing than enlightening. — Joseph C. Sternberg, WSJ, 15 Dec. 2022 Such loquacity doesn’t come cheap, not just in terms of paying your writers and cast but also in capturing actors’ performances. — Alexander Chatziioannou, Washington Post, 7 Nov. 2022 These layabouts wreak enough havoc, what with their aimless loquacity and their tendencies to monopolize wall outlets. — Justin Peters, Slate Magazine, 20 Dec. 2017
Recent Examples of Synonyms for loquacity
  1. loquaciousness
  2. eloquence
  3. fluency
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  • However, Fallon noted that there have been times when his loquaciousness has backfired, too.
    — Emlyn Travis, Entertainment Weekly, 18 Sep. 2025
Definition of loquaciousness
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  • The Odysseus of legend is known for his cunning and his eloquence.
    — Hillary Busis, Vanity Fair, 15 July 2026
  • Blarney Castle is, of course, home to the legendary Blarney Stone—a block of limestone built into the castle that’s said to gift eloquence and persuasiveness to whoever kisses it.
    — Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 12 July 2026
Definition of eloquence
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  • Investment should prioritize the skills most exposed to disruption, including digital fluency, leadership and adaptable problem-solving, since these are precisely where the Workday and Productivity Commission findings show preparation is weakest.
    — Ayush Gupta, Forbes.com, 12 Aug. 2026
  • This year, the focus in the county’s largest school district is on improving students’ wellness, literacy, math fluency and readiness for college and careers.
    — Jemma Stephenson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 11 Aug. 2026
Definition of fluency

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“Loquacity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/loquacity. Accessed 18 Aug. 2026.

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