adjective

vocal

vocal, outspoken

The singer has amazing vocal range.

The singer has an amazing vocal range.

He is a vocal critic of the new policy.

He is a vocal critic of the new policy.

((as an adjective before a noun)) relating to the voice. The singer has amazing vocal range.

((vocal about sth.)) expressing opinions freely. He is vocal about his political views.

Synonyms: spoken, oral, outspoken; Antonyms: silent, quiet

From Latin 'vocalis' meaning 'sounding', from 'vox' meaning 'voice'.

Think of 'vocal cords' for the voice meaning, and someone who uses their 'voice' a lot to be outspoken.

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