oratory
Oratory (noun) means the skill or art of public speaking, especially in a formal or persuasive style. Example: “His oratory was so powerful that the whole audience rose to applaud.”
How to Use Oratory
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishEither the skill of powerful public speaking, or a small chapel used for private prayer.
Word Forms
oratories plural
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His _____ was so powerful that the whole audience rose to applaud.
Etymology
From Late Latin oratorium, related to orare, "to speak, pray."
Rhymes for oratory
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What does “oratory” mean?
The word “oratory” means the skill or art of public speaking, especially in a formal or persuasive style. In plain terms, either the skill of powerful public speaking, or a small chapel used for private prayer.
How do you pronounce “oratory”?
“Oratory” is pronounced O-ruht-ree (/ˈɔ.ɹəˌtɔ.ɹi/ in IPA).
How do you use “oratory” in a sentence?
Here is “oratory” used in a sentence: “His oratory was so powerful that the whole audience rose to applaud.”
What part of speech is “oratory”?
“Oratory” is a noun.
Where does the word “oratory” come from?
The word “oratory” comes from Late Latin. From Late Latin oratorium, related to orare, "to speak, pray.".
How many meanings does “oratory” have?
“Oratory” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the skill or art of public speaking, especially in a formal or persuasive style.