declamation

noun
UK: /ˌdɛkləˈmeɪʃən/
US: /ˌdɛkləˈmeɪʃən/

  1. A formal speech or piece of writing, often expressing strong feelings.

    1. His declamation was passionate.
    2. The politician's declamation against corruption resonated with many voters as a call to action.

  2. The art of public speaking or formal recitation.

    1. She practiced her declamation.
    2. The class focused on declamation skills, learning to project their voices and articulate clearly.

Synonyms

speech lecture address recitation oration

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "declamation" in English means: A formal speech or piece of writing, often expressing strong feelings., The art of public speaking or formal recitation..

The phonetic transcription of "declamation" is /ˌdɛkləˈmeɪʃən/ in British English and /ˌdɛkləˈmeɪʃən/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "declamation": speech, lecture, address, recitation, oration.

Example usage of "declamation": "His declamation was passionate.". More examples on the page.