public speaking

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public speaking

A person practices public speaking in front of a small audience.

Definition
  1. Noun:
    • The act or skill of speaking to a live audience: "Public speaking" refers to the process of delivering a prepared talk or presentation to a group of people.
    • The art of formal speechmaking: It often implies a degree of formality, structure, and intention to inform, persuade, or entertain the listeners.
Usage Examples
  • Noun:
    • She took a course to improve her public speaking. (This refers to developing the general skill.)
    • Effective public speaking is essential for a leader. (This describes the important ability.)
    • His job involves a lot of public speaking at conferences. (This indicates the activity is a regular part of his work.)
Advanced Usage
  • "The art of public speaking": This phrase emphasizes the skill, technique, and studied craft involved in being an effective speaker.
    • He wrote a famous book on the art of public speaking.
  • "Public speaking anxiety" or "fear of public speaking": Common terms for the nervousness many people feel about this activity.
    • Many people experience public speaking anxiety, also known as glossophobia.
Variants and Related Words
  • Speechmaking (n): The act of making speeches. This is a close synonym, often used interchangeably with "public speaking."
    • The candidates engaged in speechmaking across the state.
  • Oratory (n): The skill or eloquence in public speaking. This word often carries a connotation of powerful, eloquent, and persuasive speaking.
    • He was known for his brilliant oratory.
  • Presentation (n): A speech or talk in which a new product, idea, or piece of work is shown and explained to an audience. This is a common modern context for public speaking.
    • She gave a presentation on the quarterly sales figures.
Synonyms
  • Speechmaking: Making a formal address or speech.
  • Addressing an audience: The act of speaking formally to a group.
  • Platform speaking: Speaking from a stage or platform (slightly formal/archaic).
Related Phrases
  • To deliver a speech: A common phrase describing the action of public speaking.
    • She will deliver the keynote speech at the event.
  • To take the podium/stand: To step up to speak before an audience.
    • The CEO took the podium to address the shareholders.
  • To give a talk: A less formal way to describe an act of public speaking.
    • He was invited to give a talk about his research.
public speaking

A person practices public speaking in front of a small audience.

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

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