elocutionist
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8.8
- noun
- /ˌɛləˈkjuːʃənɪst/
- Archaic
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elocucionista
- The elocutionist captivated the audience with her powerful voice.
Examples
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The elocutionist delivered her speech with such clarity that the audience was captivated.
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He is an accomplished elocutionist who teaches public speaking.
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As an elocutionist, he was often invited to judge local speaking competitions.
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She became an accomplished elocutionist, teaching young students how to project their voices.
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The famous elocutionist captivated the audience with his powerful speech and expressive gestures.
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He worked hard to become an elocutionist, mastering the nuances of voice projection.
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At the seminar, the elocutionist taught us techniques to improve our public speaking skills.
Synonyms
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2.1
A person who gives a talk to an audience
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6.8
A person who gives formal speeches and speaks well in public
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3.0
A person who gives speeches to an audience in public
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8.9
A person who gives speeches that try to convince people
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4.4
A person who gives a speech to an audience
A person who speaks or performs aloud in public
A person who gives long formal talks in a proud, showy way
Antonyms
How Skilled
Surface Forms
Morphology
Etymology
Elocutionist comes from Latin parts e- ('out') and locut- ('to speak'), the same root as eloquent. Think of someone who 'speaks out' clearly, which is why an elocutionist is a person trained in good public speaking.