Definition

Someone who talks a lot, often about unimportant things, and can be annoying because of it.

Example

The garrulous neighbor always shares long stories about his garden.

Comparatives & Superlatives

Conversation

Have you met Sarah? She’s quite garrulous at times.

Yeah, I've talked to her. She can really go on and on about her weekend plans.

I know, right? Sometimes I struggle to get a word in during our chats.

Same here! But her stories are usually fun, so I don’t mind too much.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Garrulous → It is formed from "garrire" (meaning to chatter or talk) and the suffix "-ous" (meaning full of). The word "garrulous" describes someone who is full of chatter or talkative.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who is 'full of chatter' — 'garrire' means to talk, and '-ous' means full of.

Visually Confused Words