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volubility

Upper-Intermediate (B2)

IPA: /vɒˈljuːbɪlɪti/

KK: /vɑːˈluːbɪlɪti/

noun
Definition

The quality of being able to speak easily and fluently.


Example

Her volubility made her a great speaker at the conference.


Conversation
Sloth A
Did you notice how her volubility makes conversations flow so easily?
Sloth B
Yeah, it's impressive! She always has something interesting to say.
Sloth A
I wish I could have that kind of volubility during discussions.
Sloth B
With practice, you can definitely improve your speaking skills.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
fluency
eloquence
articulateness
Antonyms
tacitness
reticence
inarticulateness
Root Explanation

Volubility → It is formed from "volubilis" (from Latin, meaning rolling or turning) and the suffix "-ity" (meaning the state or quality of). The word "volubility" refers to the quality of being able to roll or turn words easily, hence fluency in speech.

Memory Tip

Think of the Latin root 'volubilis' meaning rolling, which helps you remember that 'volubility' refers to the quality of speaking fluently and easily.

Visually Confused Words
revolubility
solubility
violability
unsolubility
resolubility
insolubility
volatility
vocability
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