Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
to-speak-volumes
idiom
/tə spiːk ˈvɒl.juːmz/
Definition
To convey a significant amount of information or meaning without the need for words.
Examples
- Her silence at the meeting spoke volumes about her disapproval.
- The artwork speaks volumes about the artist’s personal struggles.
Meaning
The phrase indicates that something is very expressive or revealing, often through actions, expressions, or situations rather than direct communication.
Synonyms
- to convey a lot
- to say a lot without words
- to be very telling
