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address

address

3 6.9
A skillful way of speaking or behaving in social situations
  • noun
  • /əˈdrɛs/
  • Archaic
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  • Dear friend I feel I can at last permit myself this informal mode of address as I ask you to grant me a very particular favor.
  • terms of address
  • mode of address

Examples

  • Your manner, smiles and pleasing address?

    Becoming Jane (2007)

  • Should I use the same forms of address as I do for men?

    Blog text (27)

  • And I remember thinking how odd this form of address seemed.

    Fiction book (1991)

  • Articles in the sexual advice category share a common tone of address.

    Academic text (1990)

  • The sense of immediacy in the address is heightened.

    Academic text (2016)

  • The politician's address was filled with confidence and clarity, captivating the audience.

  • During the ceremony, the speaker delivered an inspiring address that resonated with everyone present.

  • Her heartfelt address to the graduates emphasized the importance of perseverance and hard work.

Synonyms

speech
vsaddress
117 1.0

The way a person uses words and voice when talking

covers both oral expression and actions and stresses skilled, composed behaviour
delivery
vsaddress
37 4.1

The way someone says words to others, for example in a speech

is the general manner of speaking or acting showing confident self-possession
savoir-faire
vsaddress
3 9.5

To act or speak in the right way in social situations

is the mannerly confidence in speech and action rather than just social skill

Antonyms

awkwardness
25 4.5

A feeling of embarrassment or discomfort in social situations

clumsiness
1 2.6

Lack of skill or care when handling things so mistakes happen

Compounds

email address
  • Texting
80 2.3

A unique name used to send and receive email, like user@example.com

name and address
33 1.0

Information that shows who someone is and where they receive mail

e-mail address
  • Texting
30 1.1

A special name people use to send and receive messages online

return address
21 1.8

The sender's details on an envelope that show where to send it back if not delivered

inaugural address
  • Formal
18 5.9

A formal speech given at the start of an important job, for example by a president

keynote address
10 4.4

A main speech at a formal event that sets the tone

Gettysburg Address
8 4.7

A short famous speech by Abraham Lincoln at Gettysburg in 1863 to honor soldiers who died

mailing address
8 1.3

The address where letters or packages are sent to reach someone

public address system
4 3.3

A system with microphones and speakers that makes announcements loud in public places

street address
4 1.0

A number and street name that shows where a house or building is

business address
2 2.3

An address where a company has its office or is registered

computer address
  • Specialized
1 3.9

A code that shows where data or a device is in a computer system

postal address
1 2.0

The place where people send your mail, like a house or P.O. Box

State of the City address
  • Formal
1 6.8

A formal speech by the mayor about the city's situation and future plans

form of address
1 3.4

A way of speaking used when you talk to someone to show their title or relationship

valedictory address
  • Formal
1 8.1

A formal speech by a top student that says goodbye at a graduation ceremony

nominating address
  • Formal
7.7

A formal speech at a political meeting that proposes someone for election

salutatory address
  • Formal
8.8

A welcoming speech that a student representative gives at the start of a graduation

How Poised

poise
37 5.5
composure
38 5.1
address
  • Archaic
3 6.9
manner
186 1.0
awkwardness
25 4.5

Surface Forms

address singular
addresses plural

Etymology

Address meaning manner or skill comes from old words meaning 'to set straight' or 'make ready'. That's why having good address means you can handle things carefully and with skill.