Angliholic Posted 18 years ago
Grammar
compelling/convincing/eloquent
Charlie's reason for being late to work wasn't very compelling.
Hi,
Is "compelling" in the above equal to "convincing/eloguent?" Thanks.
Hi,
Is "compelling" in the above equal to "convincing/eloguent?" Thanks.
Top answer
Convincing will work here; eloquence is another matter.
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Charlie's reason for being late to work wasn't very compelling.
Compelling = powerfully evoking attention or admiration
Eloquent = 1 showing eloquence. 2 clearly indicative or expressive.
Convincing would work in your sentence.
Compelling = powerfully evoking attention or admiration
Eloquent = 1 showing eloquence. 2 clearly indicative or expressive.
Convincing would work in your sentence.
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