Word: eloquent (adjective)

Associations

"Eloquent" describes someone who can speak or write very clearly, powerfully, and persuasively. It often means expressing ideas in a beautiful or effective way.

• A politician giving an eloquent speech that moves the audience.
• A writer who uses eloquent language in a novel or poem.
• Someone explaining a complicated idea in an eloquent and simple way. A similar word is "articulate," but "articulate" focuses more on clear and effective communication, while "eloquent" adds a sense of beauty and emotion in the expression.

Substitution

You can use words like:

• "persuasive" – focuses on convincing others.
• "articulate" – focuses on clear and effective speaking.
• "expressive" – shows strong feelings or ideas. Each word changes the tone slightly. "Eloquent" is often more formal and artistic.

Deconstruction

The word "eloquent" comes from Latin:

• Root: "loqui" means "to speak."
• Prefix: "e-" means "out." Together, it means "to speak out" clearly and beautifully.

Inquiry

• Can you think of a person you know who is eloquent? What makes their speech or writing special?
• How would you feel if someone gave an eloquent speech about a topic you care about?
• Can you try to say something eloquent about your favorite hobby or interest?