articulate
Translation
articulate, eloquent, well-spoken
Examples
She is a very articulate speaker.
She is a very articulate speaker.
He gave an articulate account of the events.
He gave an articulate account of the events.
Grammar Patterns
((to be)) articulate able to express ideas clearly The ideal candidate will be highly articulate.
((an articulate)) ((noun)) a clear (speech/account) She gave an articulate speech about the new policy.
Similar Words
Synonyms: eloquent, fluent, well-spoken; Antonyms: inarticulate, incoherent
Etymology
From Latin 'articulatus', meaning 'divided into joints, uttered distinctly'. The idea is of joining thoughts together clearly.
Memory Tips
Someone who can join their 'articles' (ideas) together like joints is 'articulate'.