garrulous
adjective | /garrulous/
Advanced WordsMEDIUM
excessively or annoyingly talkative, especially about trivial matters
garrulous
adjective | /garrulous/
Advanced WordsMEDIUMexcessively or annoyingly talkative, especially about trivial matters
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Synonyms
talkativeloquaciouschattyverbosevolublegabby
Antonyms
reticenttaciturnreservedlaconicclosemouthed
Examples
"The garrulous guide kept the bus entertained with endless anecdotes."
"He grew tired of the garrulous neighbor's long stories."
Mnemonic Trick
GARRULOUS → GAB + ROLL + US: gabbing on — talkative to excess.
Etymology
From Latin garrulus “talkative.”
Used for excessive or trivial talkativeness.
Source: Advanced WordsAdded: 9/28/2025
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