silver-tongued

Definitions

Persuasive, eloquent, or glib in speech.

Characterized by the ability to speak in a way that is charming or convincing, often to manipulate others.

Examples

The silver-tongued salesman managed to convince the entire board to invest in his risky new venture.

She was a silver-tongued politician who could win over any crowd with her eloquent and persuasive speeches.

Despite his lack of experience, the silver-tongued lawyer charmed the jury and secured an acquittal for his client.

Synonyms

articulate eloquent persuasive glib fluent smooth-talking oratorical

Antonyms

inarticulate tongue-tied halting unpersuasive stammering stuttering taciturn