Across
- 2. briefness or conciseness in speech or writing
- 4. relating to speech that is used to persuade or have some effect
- 6. to speak on and on in a senseless and silly manner
- 7. using few words in speech
- 12. to wander off from the subject or topic spoken about
- 13. using few words in speaking and writing
- 14. spread out, not concise; wordy
- 16. quiet; still; inactive
- 17. clearly and briefly stated; concise
- 18. impressing others
- 19. silent; sparing of words; close-mouthed
- 20. to talk very loudly, even wildly
- 22. using only the words needed to make the point; concise
Down
- 1. using big and fancy words when speaking for the purpose
- 3. talking a great deal with ease; glib
- 5. artful ease with speaking that impacts people’s feelings
- 8. speaking in circles; roundabout speech
- 9. using too many words; wordy; long-winded
- 10. not talking much; reserved
- 11. pertaining to common everyday speech; conversational
- 15. very talkative; liking to talk; garrulous
- 21. brief and full of meaning and substance; concise