Definition

The quality of being very talkative or chatty.

Example

Her loquacity made her the life of the party, as she could talk for hours without stopping.

Conversation

Have you noticed how much he talks during meetings?

Yeah, his loquacity can be overwhelming at times.

I wonder if he realizes how he dominates the conversation.

I doubt it, but it definitely makes it hard for others to share their ideas.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Loquacity is formed from "loqui" (meaning to speak) and the suffix "-acity" (indicating a quality or state). The word refers to the quality of being very talkative or chatty.

Memory Tip

Think of 'loqui' meaning 'to speak' — loquacity describes the quality of being someone who speaks a lot.

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