volubly
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Definition
Adverb 1. In a manner characterized by speaking fluently, rapidly, and at length: The word describes the way someone talks with great ease, often with a continuous and ready flow of words.
Usage
The adverb "volubly" is used to modify a verb (typically a verb of speaking like "talk," "speak," or "explain") to describe how the action is performed. It indicates that the speech is not hesitant or slow, but rather effortless, rapid, and copious.
Examples
- She explained the complex theory volubly, barely pausing for breath.
- He answered the interviewer's questions volubly and with great enthusiasm.
- The witness spoke volubly about everything she had seen that evening.
Advanced Usage
- "To hold forth volubly": To speak at length and in a fluent, often opinionated manner.
- He held forth volubly on his political views throughout the entire dinner.
Variants and Related Words
- Voluble (adjective): Characterized by a ready and continuous flow of words; fluent in speech.
- She is a voluble speaker who can talk on any topic.
- Volubility (noun): The quality of being voluble; fluent and ready speech.
- His volubility made him an excellent salesman.
Synonyms
- Fluently
- Glibly
- Loquaciously
- Garrulously
Antonyms
- Hesitantly
- Taciturnly
- Reticently
- Laconic
Adverb
- in a chatty manner
- `when I was a girl,' she said chattily, `I used to ride a bicycle'