valediction

noun
UK: /ˌvælɪˈdɪkʃən/
US: /ˌvæləˈdɪkʃən/

  1. A speech or statement made when someone leaves or says goodbye.

    1. Her valediction brought tears to everyone's eyes, short but memorable.
    2. The retiring professor's valediction was a moving tribute to his students and colleagues, his final words profound.

  2. The act of saying farewell or goodbye; a formal farewell statement.

    1. His valediction was simple: 'Goodbye'.
    2. The CEO's valediction at the annual meeting marked the end of an era, filled with gratitude.

Synonyms

goodbye send-off adieu parting farewell

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "valediction" in English means: A speech or statement made when someone leaves or says goodbye., The act of saying farewell or goodbye; a formal farewell statement..

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

Synonyms for "valediction": goodbye, send-off, adieu, parting, farewell.

Example usage of "valediction": "Her valediction brought tears to everyone's eyes, short but memorable.". More examples on the page.