Voluble

Adjective

Definition: Speaking or spoken incessantly and fluently.

Synonyms: Talkative, Chatty, Loquacious, Garrulous

Antonyms: Taciturn, Reserved, Reticent

Examples:

The voluble salesman could persuade anyone with his fast-talking skills.
She was known for her voluble nature and her ability to engage in lively conversations.

Mnemonics:

Imagine a person's mouth moving rapidly like a revolving door, symbolizing their voluble nature.
Think of "vol" in "voluble" as short for "vocabulary," indicating someone who has a vast vocabulary and can speak fluently.

Etymology:

Origin:

From the Latin word "volubilis," meaning "rolling, revolving," which is derived from "volvere" meaning "to roll."

Historical Usage:

The term "voluble" has been used in English since the late 16th century.

Related Idioms:

Idiom:

"A voluble tongue"

Explanation:

Refers to someone who talks excessively or without pause.

Misconceptions:

Misconception:

Confusing "voluble" with "volatile."

Explanation:

While the words "voluble" and "volatile" sound similar, they have different meanings. "Voluble" refers to someone who talks fluently or incessantly, while "volatile" means liable to change rapidly or unpredictably.