Word SPEECH: meanings, synonyms & antonyms

speech

🇺🇸 [spiːtʃ]

Meanings

The act of speaking or delivering words, often in front of an audience. It can also refer to the formal communication or the verbal expression of thoughts and ideas.

Examples

• The president gave an inspiring speech at the ceremony.
• She practiced her speech for weeks before the big presentation.
• His speech on climate change was both informative and motivating.

Synonyms

talk • address • oration

Antonyms

silence • quiet • muteness