• Today's Word

Voluble

🔊 Listen to the word Voluble

VOL-yuh-buhl

Definition

(adjective) Speaking easily, rapidly, and at great length, especially with enthusiasm.

Example

At the dinner party, he became increasingly voluble as the conversation turned to politics.

Word Origin

Voluble comes from the Latin volubilis, meaning “rolling” or “turning easily,” from volvere (“to roll”). The word originally described physical motion, but over time it shifted metaphorically to describe speech that flows freely and continuously, as if words are rolling out without resistance.

Fun Fact

Voluble doesn’t necessarily imply intelligence or insight — only fluency and abundance. Someone can be voluble while saying very little of substance, which is why the word often carries a subtle tone of skepticism rather than praise.