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Eloquent vs. Articulate
Eloquent
/ˈeləkwənt/Examples:
The senator's eloquent defense swayed the undecided voters.Her eloquent writing style captivates readers from page one.He delivered an eloquent tribute at the memorial service.
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Articulate
/ɑːˈtɪkjələt/Examples:
"Immediately!" articulated D'Artagnan, feebly, subdued, crushed by implacable impossibility.He did not move an inch, nor articulate a sound."Saint-Mande," articulated Fouquet, in a low voice.
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Ways to tell them apart:
- Both words relate to communication clarity, but they emphasize different aspects.
- Eloquent focuses on the beauty and expressiveness of speech or writing.
- Articulate is about clarity and precision in communication.
- Eloquent often implies a more persuasive or passionate form of speaking or writing.
- Articulate suggests being able to express oneself clearly and effectively, even if the style isn't particularly beautiful.
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