Oratory (Noun)
Meaning
Addressing an audience formally (usually a long and rhetorical address and often pompous); "he loved the sound of his own oratory".
Classification
Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.
Examples
- His impressive oratory skills and confident delivery captivated the entire audience during the annual conference.
- The politician's over-the-top oratory during the debate was seen by many as insincere and self-serving.
- Throughout history, renowned leaders have used their mastery of oratory to inspire and persuade the masses.
- Many view his decision to pursue a career in law as an opportunity to showcase his natural talent for oratory.
- His narcissistic tendencies often led him to indulge in lengthy, self-aggrandizing oratory, much to the annoyance of his peers.
Hypernyms
Hyponyms
- Nomination
- Valedictory Oration
- Salutatory
- Keynote Address
- Valedictory
- Valedictory Address
- Nominating Address
- Salutatory Oration