Antonyms for eloquence

Grammar : Noun

Spell : el-uh-kwuh ns

Phonetic Transcription : ˈɛl ə kwəns

Definition of eloquence

Origin : late 14c., from Old French eloquence (12c.), from Latin eloquentia, from eloquentem (nominative eloquens) "eloquent," present participle of eloqui "speak out," from ex- "out" (see ex-) + loqui "to speak" (see locution). Earlier in same sense was eloquency (mid-14c.).

noun skillful way with words

Example sentences :

The strength and the eloquence were on the side of the opposition, but the votes were for the Government.
Extract from : « The Grand Old Man » by Richard B. Cook

His eloquence was proverbial, both in congress, and at home.
Extract from : « A Sketch of the Life of Brig. Gen. Francis Marion » by William Dobein James

And what is the eloquence that gives rise to all these passions?
Extract from : « Biographical Sketches » by Nathaniel Hawthorne

He persuaded, by his eloquence compelled, me to return to this castle.
Extract from : « Tales And Novels, Volume 5 (of 10) » by Maria Edgeworth

Her beauty had even greater claim to regard than his eloquence.
Extract from : « Questionable Shapes » by William Dean Howells

Mrs. Mellish paused, blushing a little at the echo of her own eloquence.
Extract from : « The Greater Inclination » by Edith Wharton

"That was logic and eloquence," added Mowbray, turning to me.
Extract from : « Tales And Novels, Volume 9 (of 10) » by Maria Edgeworth

At this point Francois's fine flow of eloquence was interrupted.
Extract from : « The Three Cities Trilogy, Complete » by Emile Zola

There were many in the House of Commons of far greater ability and eloquence.
Extract from : « Self-Help » by Samuel Smiles

Patriotism with them was rather a subject for eloquence than use.
Extract from : « Graham's Magazine Vol XXXIII No. 2 August 1848 » by Various

Synonyms for eloquence

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