Orate
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /ɔːˈɹeɪt/ · Part of speech verb
Quick meaning: Orate is a verb meaning To speak formally; to give a speech.
Meaning
To speak formally; to give a speech.
More Meanings
- To speak passionately; to preach for or against something.
- Competent in oracy; having good speaking skills.
Word Forms
- orates
- orating
- orated
Synonyms for orate
Depending on context, synonyms include harangue, preach.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include elocute, spiel, speechify, preach, declaim, pontificate.
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