English Words for "Expressive Discourse"

eloquence

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the ability to deliver a clear and strong message

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The politician's eloquence captivated the audience and earned a standing ovation.

Her eloquence in explaining complex topics made her a sought-after speaker.

eloquent

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able to utilize language to convey something well, especially in a persuasive manner

eloquently

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in a way that utilizes language to send a strong and clear message, especially when one is speaking in public

ineloquently

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interrogative adverb

to esteem

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to greatly admire or respect someone or something

disrespect

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to express

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to show or make a thought, feeling, etc. known by looks, words, or actions

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expression

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the act of showing one’s ideas or feelings through words or actions

fair hearing

noun

/fˈɛɹ hˈɪɹɪŋ/

the act of giving both sides of an argument a fair chance to express their opinions about something

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compound noun

favorable

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showing approval or support

unfavorable

favorably

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in a positive, approving, or useful manner

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to feel

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to hold a particular opinion or attitude or have a feeling that something might be the case without a justifiable reason

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to find

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to have a particular opinion or feeling about something that makes one regard it in a specified way

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to flip-flop

Verb

/flˈɪpflˈɑːp/

to make an abrupt change of opinion or policy, especially in an exchange with the opposing one

forceful

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(of people or opinions) strong and demanding in manner or expression

for my money

phrase

/fɔːɹ maɪ mˈʌni/

Idiom

Informal

used to express one's opinions or beliefs

What is the origin of the idiom "for my money" and when to use it?

The idiom "for my money" is a colloquial expression that originated from informal conversations and debates. It is used to convey one's personal opinion or preference, often implying that the speaker believes their viewpoint or choice is the best or most valuable. The phrase "for my money" is a way of emphasizing that the speaker is speaking from their own perspective or making a subjective judgment. It is commonly used in casual conversations, discussions, or reviews.

forum

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a public meeting place where people can discuss and exchange views on various topics or issues

freethinking

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forming one’s own ideas rather than accepting what is generally accepted

to gag

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to limit freedom of speech or to prevent someone from writing or talking about a particular subject

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to get on one's soapbox

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/ɡɛt ˌɑːn wˈʌnz sˈoʊpbɑːks/

to express one's strong opinions or beliefs publicly and forcefully, often in a long and impassioned speech

to give voice to something

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/ɡˈɪv vˈɔɪs/

Collocation

to allow one's feelings or opinions to be expressed

to go by

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/ɡˌoʊ bˈaɪ/

to form an opinion or judgement based on the information or experience one already has

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transitive

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inseparable

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to go on

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to base an opinion or a judgment on something

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transitive

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inseparable

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having said that

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/hˌævɪŋ sˈɛd ðˈæt/

used to introduce an opposing statement after making a point

to hold

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to have a specific opinion or belief about someone or something

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to hold against somebody or something

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/hˈoʊld ɐɡˈɛnst ˌɛsbˈiː slˈæʃ ˌɛstˌiːˈeɪtʃ/

Collocation

to have a negative opinion about someone because of their actions in the past

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transitive

Phrasal Status

separable

phrase's verb

hold

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against

hue

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a type of attitude, belief, or opinion one has

to have second thoughts

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/hæv sˈɛkənd θˈɔːts/

Idiom

to start doubting a decision and begin to wonder whether it is the right or best thing to do

What is the origin of the idiom "have second thoughts" and when to use it?

The idiom "have second thoughts" originates from the idea of reconsidering a decision or action before proceeding. It is used to suggest taking a moment to reflect or entertain doubts about one's initial choice, often due to uncertainty or a realization.

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