Peroration: meaning, definitions and examples

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peroration

 

[ ˌperəˈreɪʃ(ə)n ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

formal speech

A peroration is the concluding part of a speech, typically intended to inspire or motivate the audience. It is often characterized by a powerful and persuasive delivery, summarizing the main points and leaving a lasting impression on the listeners.

Synonyms

conclusion, finale, summing-up

Examples of usage

  • The politician delivered a powerful peroration, urging the crowd to take action.
  • Her peroration left the audience feeling motivated and inspired.

Translations

Translations of the word "peroration" in other languages:

🇵🇹 peroração

🇮🇳 उपसंहार

🇩🇪 Schlussrede

🇮🇩 peroration

🇺🇦 перорація

🇵🇱 perora

🇯🇵 結びの言葉 (musubi no kotoba)

🇫🇷 péroraison

🇪🇸 peroración

🇹🇷 perorasyon

🇰🇷 끝맺음말 (kkeutmaejimmal)

🇸🇦 خطاب الختام

🇨🇿 perorace

🇸🇰 perorácia

🇨🇳 总结 (zǒngjié)

🇸🇮 peroracija

🇮🇸 endiræða

🇰🇿 қорытынды сөз

🇬🇪 პერორაცია

🇦🇿 perorasiya

🇲🇽 peroración

Etymology

The word peroration comes from the Latin word 'peroratio', which means a speaking or pleading at length. It has been used in the English language since the 15th century to refer to the concluding part of a speech or discourse.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #29,701, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.