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well-spoken
[wel-spoh-kuhn]
adjective
speaking well, fittingly, or pleasingly.
The new chairwoman was very well-spoken.
polite in speech.
a well-spoken gentleman.
spoken in an apt, fitting, or pleasing manner.
a few well-spoken words on civic pride.
well-spoken
adjective
having a clear, articulate, and socially acceptable accent and way of speaking
spoken satisfactorily or pleasingly
Word History and Origins
Origin of well-spoken1
Example Sentences
Wellman’s friendly demeanor is what you might expect from the well-spoken former litigator.
She seemed in those photographs, and in interviews such as the one she gave Rachel Maddow, to be self-assured and well-spoken and as it’s often said, “together.”
Hearing her speak in this way gives me a glimpse of a toughness that belies her well-spoken, gentle demeanour.
"You just saw Joe Fields, that kid's going to go far. He's got the package - he's got that spark, he's humble, respectful, well-spoken," added Boylan.
"Given disparaging references others have made to Cohen, I am sure the jury is surprised by the sober, well-spoken, candid individual they are meeting," he said.
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