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Synonyms & Similar Words
loquacious
garrulous
voluble
effusive
chatty
communicative
conversational
articulate
fluent
verbose
talky
wordy
eloquent
gossipy
sociable
outgoing
affable
genial
expansive
prolix
prattling
babbling
jabbering
motormouthed
mouthy
chattering
blathering
rambling
digressive
circuitous
meandering
long-winded
windy
tedious
wearisome
Meaning of Talkative
The primary meaning of the word "Talkative" refers to someone who talks a lot, often to the point of being tedious or boring.
Definitions
- Oxford Languages defines "Talkative" as:
- * Fond of talking
- * Given to talking a lot
Etymology of Talkative
The word "Talkative" has its roots in the Latin word "talk" and the suffix "-ative", which forms an adjective indicating a tendency or disposition, with "talk" itself coming from Old English "talcian" meaning to speak or tell, influenced by Old Norse "tala" meaning to speak or talk.
Example Uses
- She's very talkative and loves to engage in conversations about her favorite books.
- He's a talkative person who can't stop sharing his opinions on social media.
- The talkative stranger struck up a conversation with me on the bus.
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
reticent
taciturn
quiet
reserved
uncommunicative
silent
mute
laconic
terse
concise
brief
laconical
monosyllabic
unforthcoming
tight-lipped
close-mouthed
secretive
introverted
shy
withdrawn
unresponsive