orator
O-ruh-tuh
Orator (noun) means a skilled public speaker, especially one who is persuasive or eloquent. Example: “He was a gifted orator, able to move a crowd to tears or cheers.”
noun
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A skilled public speaker, especially one who is persuasive or eloquent.
"He was a gifted orator, able to move a crowd to tears or cheers."
How to use orator
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishSomeone who speaks in public exceptionally well.
Common pairings
gifted orator
skilled orator
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Etymology
From Latin orator, "speaker," from orare, "to speak, plead."
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What does “orator” mean?
The word “orator” means a skilled public speaker, especially one who is persuasive or eloquent. In plain terms, someone who speaks in public exceptionally well.
How do you pronounce “orator”?
“Orator” is pronounced O-ruh-tuh (/ˈɒ.ɹə.tə(ɹ)/ in IPA).
How do you use “orator” in a sentence?
Here is “orator” used in a sentence: “He was a gifted orator, able to move a crowd to tears or cheers.”
What is another word for “orator”?
Words with a similar meaning to “orator” include speaker.
What part of speech is “orator”?
“Orator” is a noun.
Where does the word “orator” come from?
The word “orator” comes from Latin. From Latin orator, "speaker," from orare, "to speak, plead.".
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