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In reply to the discussion: Is this really an insult? [View all]KT2000
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depending on how it is used. I know I have said Barack Obama and Tavis Smiley were articulate but it was surely a compliment. They are stunning in their ability to speak in well formed paragraphs when confronted with questions or in debate, outside of a prepared speech. Tavis Smiley does it at lightening speed which is fun to watch, though I don't always agree with him for sure.
Hillary Clinton, Adam Schiff and Swalwell can be said to be articulate though their delivery is more pedantic.
I am going to hold on to that word as a compliment because I can't think of another word to use when someone is outstanding in their verbal skills. I always notice this as I am terrible with verbal skills.