What does garrulous mean?
Garrulous means Excessively or tiresomely talkative..
Garrulous
/ˈɡæɹ.ʊ.ləs/ · adjective
Meaning
Excessively or tiresomely talkative..
Definitions by Sense
- Excessively or tiresomely talkative.
- (of something written or performed) Excessively wordy and rambling.
Example Sentences
She lingered for a few moments, and was garrulous over some detail of the household.
Crammed with gossip, anecdotes, and confessions . . ., his garrulous, untidy narratives read like a good novel.
Synonyms for garrulous
Antonyms for garrulous
Related Words
Word Forms
- more garrulous
- most garrulous
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for garrulous?
Common synonyms include chatty, talkative, long-winded, loquacious.
What is the opposite of garrulous?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use garrulous in a sentence?
She lingered for a few moments, and was garrulous over some detail of the household.
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