Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
speechifying
verb
/ˈspiːtʃɪfaɪɪŋ/
Definition
The act of delivering a speech or address, often in a formal or grandiose manner.
Examples
- The candidate’s speechifying during the rally drew a large crowd.
- Despite his speechifying, many found his arguments unconvincing.
Meaning
Speechifying refers to the practice of giving speeches, particularly when done with a focus on rhetoric and performance.
Synonyms
- Addressing
- Orating
- Speaking
- Declamation
