inarticulate (B1)

adjective

Pronunciation: /ˌɪnɑːrˈtɪkjʊlət/

Definition

Unable to express oneself clearly or coherently, especially in speech.

Examples

• He was so angry that he could only stammer out inarticulate sounds.

• Her feelings were so complex that she found herself inarticulate.

• The politician's inarticulate response to the question left the audience confused.

How to Use inarticulate

inarticulate with [emotion] (prepositional phrase)

Unable to speak clearly due to strong emotion. — "He was inarticulate with grief after hearing the news."

Synonyms of inarticulate

Words with a similar meaning to inarticulate:

• unclear
• mumbling
• vague
• tongue-tied
• inexpressive

Antonyms of inarticulate

Words with the opposite meaning to inarticulate:

• articulate
• eloquent

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