Pronunciation: /ˈvɑljəbəl/

Definitions of voluble

adjective characterized by a ready flow of speech; fluent

Example Sentences

A1 She is a voluble speaker, always ready to chat with anyone.

A2 The voluble salesman talked non-stop about the benefits of the product.

B1 The teacher appreciated the student's voluble participation in class discussions.

B2 Her voluble nature made her a great public speaker, captivating audiences with her words.

C1 The politician's voluble speeches were known for their eloquence and persuasiveness.

C2 The author's voluble writing style captivated readers, drawing them into the intricate world of the novel.

Examples of voluble in a Sentence

formal The professor was known for being voluble during lectures, often going off on tangents.

informal My grandma is so voluble, she never stops talking!

slang I can't believe how voluble she is, it's like she has verbal diarrhea.

figurative Her voluble nature was like a river that never ceased flowing.

Grammatical Forms of voluble

past tense

volubed

plural

volubles

comparative

more voluble

superlative

most voluble

present tense

volubles

future tense

will be voluble

perfect tense

have volubed

continuous tense

is being voluble

singular

voluble

positive degree

voluble

infinitive

to voluble

gerund

volubing

participle

volubed

Origin and Evolution of voluble

First Known Use: 1400 year
Language of Origin: Latin
Story behind the word: The word 'voluble' originated from the Latin word 'volubilis' which means 'rolling' or 'turning around'.
Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'voluble' has evolved to also mean 'talkative' or 'fluent in speech', in addition to its original meaning of 'rolling' or 'turning around'.