Synonyms for

Talkative

Verb / ˈtɔ:kʌtɪv / Another word for talkative — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Someone who talks a lot or talks too much.

Synonyms & similar words

blabbermouthed blabby talky loquacious gabby garrulous bigmouthed chatty expansive chatty loquacious verbose garrulous communicative talky wordy effusive voluble blabbermouth

Example sentences

  1. The talkative parrot wouldn't stop talking even when we covered his cage.
  2. My teacher said I was too talkative in class and needed to give other students a chance to speak.
  3. The talkative salesperson wouldn't stop talking about the product.
  4. The talkative toddler babbled on and on about his favorite toy.
  5. The talkative group of friends laughed and chatted loudly in the coffee shop.

Quotes

  • A talkative person speaks in order to reveal his mind and a silent person conceals his thoughts.
  • A talkative man is always regarded as a fool, a silent man as wise.
  • A wise man is never less alone than when he is alone.

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