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Angliholic Posted 18 years ago
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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.
  

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Convincing will work here; eloquence is another matter.

  • Convincing will work here; eloquence is another matter.
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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.

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