oratory

noun
UK: /ˈɒrətəri/
US: /ˈɔːrətɔːri/

  1. The art of public speaking, especially in a formal and eloquent manner.

    1. His oratory moved the crowd to tears.
    2. The politician's powerful oratory skills helped him win the election through persuasive speech.

  2. Skill in public speaking.

    1. She has great oratory; people listen.
    2. The student won an award for his exceptional oratory abilities.

  3. A place of prayer, especially a private chapel.

    1. They found peace in the oratory.
    2. The family gathered in the small oratory for their evening prayers and reflection.

Synonyms

rhetoric eloquence public speaking declamation speech chapel

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "oratory" in English means: The art of public speaking, especially in a formal and eloquent manner., Skill in public speaking., A place of prayer, especially a private chapel..

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

Synonyms for "oratory": rhetoric, eloquence, public speaking, declamation, speech, chapel.

Example usage of "oratory": "His oratory moved the crowd to tears.". More examples on the page.