First Known Use: 15th century
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voluble
adjective vol·u·ble \ˈväl-yə-bəl\
: talking a lot in an energetic and rapid way
Full Definition of VOLUBLE
1
: easily rolling or turning : rotating
2
— vol·u·bil·i·ty \ˌväl-yə-ˈbi-lə-tē\ noun
— vol·u·ble·ness \ˈväl-yə-bəl-nəs\ noun
— vol·u·bly \-blē\ adverb
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Origin of VOLUBLE
Middle English, from Latin volubilis, from volvere to roll; akin to Old English wealwian to roll, Greek eilyein to roll, wrap
Synonym Discussion of VOLUBLE
talkative, loquacious, garrulous, voluble mean given to talk or talking. talkative may imply a readiness to engage in talk or a disposition to enjoy conversation <a talkative neighbor>. loquacious suggests the power of expressing oneself articulately, fluently, or glibly <a loquacious spokesperson>. garrulous implies prosy, rambling, or tedious loquacity <garrulous traveling companions>. voluble suggests a free, easy, and unending loquacity <a voluble raconteur>.
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