altiloquent
|al-til-o-quent|
C2
/ælˈtɪləkwənt/
pompous speech
Etymology
Etymology Information
'altiloquent' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'altiloquus,' where 'altus' meant 'high' and 'loquus' meant 'speaking.'
Historical Evolution
'altiloquus' transformed into the English word 'altiloquent' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'speaking in a high or lofty manner,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
characterized by pompous or high-flown speech.
The politician's altiloquent speech was filled with grandiose promises.
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Last updated: 2025/07/05 06:21