What does declamation mean?
Declamation means The act or art of declaiming; rhetorical delivery; loud speaking in public..
Declamation
/ˌdɛkləˈmeɪʃən/ · noun
Meaning
The act or art of declaiming; rhetorical delivery; loud speaking in public..
Definitions by Sense
- The act or art of declaiming; rhetorical delivery; loud speaking in public.
- A set or harangue; declamatory discourse.
- Pretentious rhetorical display, with more sound than sense.
Example Sentences
mere declamation
Synonyms for declamation
Antonyms for declamation
Related Words
Word Forms
- declamations
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for declamation?
Common synonyms include haranguing.
What is the opposite of declamation?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use declamation in a sentence?
mere declamation
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