Loquacity

/loʊˈkwæsɪti/ noun

Definition

The quality of being very talkative; excessive talkativeness or the tendency to speak at great length. Garrulousness or verbosity.

Etymology

From Latin 'loquacitas' meaning 'talkativeness,' from 'loquax' (talkative) and 'loqui' (to speak). This noun form entered English alongside the adjective 'loquacious' in the 17th century, maintaining the sense of excessive speech.

Kelly Says

Loquacity is the noun form of loquacious - it's that unstoppable chattiness! Think of it as 'eloquence without an off switch.' Some people's loquacity is so intense, you need a break just from listening to them. It's talkativeness taken to the extreme.

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