Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
valediction
noun
/ˌvælɪˈdɪkʃən/
Definition
A farewell or a statement of goodbye.
Examples
- At the end of the ceremony, he delivered a heartfelt valediction to his classmates.
- The valediction was marked by emotional speeches and fond memories.
- Her valediction left many in tears as she prepared to leave for her new job abroad.
Meaning
Valediction refers to the act of saying farewell, often in a formal or public context.
Synonyms
- farewell
- goodbye
- parting
- leave-taking
- adieu
