talkative

adjective

talk·a·tive ˈtȯ-kə-tiv

Synonyms of talkative next

: given to talking

also : full of talk

talkatively adverb

talkativeness noun

Choose the Right Synonym for talkative

talkative, loquacious, garrulous, voluble mean given to talk or talking.

talkative may imply a readiness to engage in talk or a disposition to enjoy conversation.

a talkative neighbor

loquacious suggests the power of expressing oneself articulately, fluently, or glibly.

a loquacious spokesperson

garrulous implies prosy, rambling, or tedious loquacity.

garrulous traveling companions

voluble suggests a free, easy, and unending loquacity.

a voluble raconteur

Examples of talkative in a Sentence

Their little boy is very talkative. She was in a talkative mood.

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The unassuming O’Connell even mustered up some swagger and was much more talkative with teammates on the practice field. —

Vic Tafur, The Athletic, 20 Aug. 2024 Those born under the Gemini zodiac sign are said to be talkative, outgoing and adaptable. —

Olivia Munson, USA TODAY, 18 June 2024 Crying babies and talkative couples aside, the sound of the plane’s engine alone can be enough to make in-flight naps feel impossible. —

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