Oration: meaning, definitions and examples

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oration

 

[ ɔːˈreɪʃən ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

public speaking

A formal speech given in public, especially one that is persuasive or eloquent. It is often delivered on a significant occasion, such as a graduation ceremony or a political rally.

Synonyms

address, discourse, speech

Examples of usage

  • The politician's oration captivated the audience and swayed many voters.
  • His oration at the conference was so powerful that it brought tears to the eyes of many attendees.
Context #2 | Noun

literary

A formal speech or discourse characterized by a high level of rhetoric and often used in literature or drama to convey a message or evoke emotions.

Synonyms

harangue, homily, peroration

Examples of usage

  • The oration delivered by the protagonist in the play was a pivotal moment that revealed his true intentions.
  • The novel ended with a moving oration that left a lasting impact on the reader.

Translations

Translations of the word "oration" in other languages:

🇵🇹 oração

🇮🇳 भाषण

🇩🇪 Rede

🇮🇩 pidato

🇺🇦 промова

🇵🇱 mowa

🇯🇵 演説 (えんぜつ)

🇫🇷 discours

🇪🇸 oración

🇹🇷 nutuk

🇰🇷 연설 (yeonseol)

🇸🇦 خطبة (khuṭba)

🇨🇿 projev

🇸🇰 prejav

🇨🇳 演讲 (yǎnjiǎng)

🇸🇮 govor

🇮🇸 ræða

🇰🇿 сөйлеу

🇬🇪 მოწოდება

🇦🇿 nitq

🇲🇽 oración

Etymology

The word 'oration' originated from the Latin word 'oratio', which means 'speech' or 'pleading'. It has been used in English since the late 14th century to refer to a formal speech given in public. Oration has been a significant part of human communication and persuasion throughout history, playing a crucial role in politics, literature, and public speaking.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #15,874, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.