Definition

Noun: - The act of delivering a prepared talk or address to a group of listeners. It involves speaking formally to inform, persuade, or entertain an audience.

Usage

An "oral presentation" is a formal, structured speech given to an audience. It is a common requirement in academic, business, and professional settings. The focus is on the live, spoken delivery of information.

Examples

• Noun:
  • Her oral presentation on climate change was both informative and engaging.
  • The final project requires a 15-minute oral presentation in front of the class.
  • He was nervous about the oral presentation but practiced thoroughly.

Advanced Usage

• "to deliver/give an oral presentation": This is the standard collocation for describing the action.
  • Each student must deliver an oral presentation on their research findings.

Variants and Related Words

• Presentation (n): A broader term that can include visual aids (like slides) alongside the spoken component. An "oral presentation" is a specific type of presentation.
• Speech (n): A more general term for a formal talk; it is often synonymous with "oral presentation."
• Address (n): A formal speech, often on a ceremonial occasion.
• Talk (n): A less formal term for an oral presentation.

Synonyms

• Speech: A formal address delivered to an audience.
• Lecture: An educational talk to an audience, especially one of students.
• Address: A formal speech.

Related Phrases

• Public speaking: The skill or act of performing an oral presentation.
  • The course aims to improve students' public speaking abilities.

Noun

1. delivering an address to a public audience
   • people came to see the candidates and hear the speechmaking