"Loudmouth" is an English slang term that appeared in the early 20th century, formed from "loud," referring to volume, and "mouth," symbolizing speech. It describes a person who is obnoxiously talkative, speaks loudly, and often does so without restraint, drawing attention in a disruptive or irritating way. The term is used in informal speech across English-speaking countries, often critically or humorously, and is mildly to moderately derogatory, targeting behavior rather than inherent character.

What is the origin of the term "loudmouth" and how is it used?

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cynical

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loony

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naive

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flawed

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hostile

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noble

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obsessive

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persistent

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pushy

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malicious

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rebellious

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resentful

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secretive

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self-centered

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superficial

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suspicious

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timid

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vain

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villainous

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knowledgeable

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open-minded

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mature

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plain

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principled

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prominent

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rational

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relatable

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renowned

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dedicated

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humble

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self-motivated

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straightforward

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tactful

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thoughtful

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tolerant

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trustworthy

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truthful

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vicious

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foolhardy

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withdrawn

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The idiom "poker face" originated from the world of poker, a card game where players attempt to conceal their emotions and maintain a neutral facial expression to avoid giving away their hand or intentions. The phrase is used to signify the ability to keep a calm and composed demeanor, showing no visible signs of one's thoughts, feelings, or intentions.

What is the origin of the idiom "poker face" and when to use it?

poker face

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Here you will learn some English words about personal traits, such as "cynical", "obsessive", "noble", etc. prepared for C1 learners.

“个人特质”的英语词汇 | C1词汇