altiloquence
|al-til-o-quence|
C2
/ælˈtɪləkwəns/
pompous language
Etymology
Etymology Information
'altiloquence' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'altiloquentia,' where 'altus' meant 'high' and 'loqui' meant 'to speak.'
Historical Evolution
'altiloquentia' transformed into the English word 'altiloquence' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'high speech,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'pompous or grandiloquent language.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the use of high-flown or pompous language.
His speech was filled with altiloquence, making it difficult for the audience to follow.
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Last updated: 2025/07/05 06:06