Oratory

Oratory

Oratory (/ˈɔːrətɔːri/; from Latin oratoria, from orator 'speaker') is the art of public speaking, especially in a formal, eloquent, and persuasive manner.

Etymology

The term "oratory" comes from the Latin word oratoria, which means "speaking" or "speech". The word is derived from orator, which refers to a speaker.

Related Terms

• Rhetoric: The art of effective or persuasive speaking or writing, especially the use of figures of speech and other compositional techniques.
• Elocution: The skill of clear and expressive speech, especially of distinct pronunciation and articulation.
• Public Speaking: The act, process, or art of making speeches in public, or the ability to speak in public.
• Debate: A formal discussion on a particular topic in a public meeting or legislative assembly, in which opposing arguments are put forward.
• Speech: The expression of or the ability to express thoughts and feelings by articulate sounds.
• Persuasion: The action or fact of persuading someone or of being persuaded to do or believe something.

Pronunciation

Oratory is pronounced as /ˈɔːrətɔːri/.

See Also

• Communication
• Language
• Presentation
• Public Speaking Skills
• Speech Writing

External links

• Medical encyclopedia article on Oratory
• Wikipedia's article - Oratory

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