He luxuriated in the sound of high language well spoken.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker enjoys the elegance and artistry of articulate speech.
- In plain terms
- He likes hearing people speak beautifully.
- What can you take from it?
- Appreciate the beauty in well-expressed ideas.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What makes speech sound high?
- Do you prefer simplicity?
Another view
Not everyone values fancy words over clarity.
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