speechifier
- noun
- /ˈspiːtʃɪfaɪər/
- Archaic
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- The grand opening ceremony featured a renowned speechifier who captivated the audience with his eloquent words.
Examples
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Our new government is burning away the resources of American individualism deliberately, behind the cover of an arcane accounting rule and a charismatic speechifier.
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At the conference, everyone listened attentively to the speechifier as he discussed important social issues.
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The speechifier delivered his message with such enthusiasm that the crowd erupted in applause.
Synonyms
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2.1
A person who gives a talk to an audience
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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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A person who gives speeches that try to convince people
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A person who gives a speech to an audience
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A person who talks as if they are always right
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A person who gives speeches and writes to persuade people, especially in ancient Greece and Rome
A person who speaks or recites to an audience in a formal, dramatic way
A person who speaks to an audience
A person who gives a formal speech to an audience
A person who speaks or performs aloud in public
How Oratorical
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Morphology
Etymology
The word speechifier joins speech ('talk') and the ending -ifier, like the known word speaker, to name someone who makes or gives speeches. It is often used to suggest the person is formal or a bit showy when they talk.