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Definition of "well-spoken" []

  • Chosen or expressed with aptness or propriety. (adjective)
  • Courteous in speech. (adjective)

American Heritage(R) Dictionary of the English Language, Fifth Edition. Copyright (c) 2011 by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company. Published by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company. All rights reserved.

Use "well-spoken" in a sentence
  • "It is also true that for 30 years or so the Dodgers enjoyed a remarkable degree of continuity under the ownership of the O'Malley family, as well as a steady stream of clean-cut, well-spoken stars and regular success in winning trophies."
  • "Clinton is smart, well-spoken, is not a quitter, knows the issues, all in all someone to be admired."
  • "I am so very, very proud of our handsome, intelligent and well-spoken president!"
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