elocution

The word “elocution” has 4 syllables: el-o-cu-tion

It's pronounced as /ˌɛləˈkjuːʃən/


What is synonym and antonym for elocution?

In the thesaurus, “elocution” has 23 synonyms and 4 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for elocution along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for elocution

  • bombast
  • declamation
  • delivery
  • diction
  • discourse
  • dramatic
  • eloquence
  • enunciation
  • expression
  • grandiloquence
  • locution
  • oratory
  • pronunciation
  • public speaking
  • reading
  • rhetoric
  • speech
  • speechcraft
  • speechmaking
  • talk
  • utterance
  • voice culture
  • voice production

Antonyms for elocution

  • inarticulation
  • mispronouncement
  • quiet
  • silence

Meanings of elocution

  • noun
    1. The art of public speaking with expert control of gesture and voice, etc.

Example Sentences

  • She took elocution lessons to improve her public speaking skills.
  • The actor’s clear elocution impressed the entire audience.
  • Good elocution is essential for news anchors and radio hosts.
  • His elocution made even complex topics easy to understand.
  • The school organized an elocution competition for the students.

On this page you'll find 27 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to elocution, such as: bombast, declamation, delivery, diction, discourse, dramatic, eloquence.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.

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