Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

silver-tongue

noun
/ˌsɪl.vərˈtʌŋ/
Definition
A person who is very persuasive or eloquent in speaking.
Examples
  • The silver-tongued salesman easily convinced the customers to buy the product.
  • Her silver-tongue has helped her win many debates and arguments.
  • As a silver-tongued politician, he knew how to charm the crowd.
Meaning
Someone who has the ability to speak in a way that is captivating and convincing, often used to influence others.
Synonyms
  • eloquent
  • persuasive
  • articulate
  • fluent
  • smooth-talker