Speaking Vocabulary

Oxymoron

Oxymoron—a figure of speech in which contradictory terms appear in conjunction. It's used to create a dramatic effect or to…

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Impromptu

Impromptu, which refers to anything done without being planned or rehearsed. In the context of public speaking, it means giving…

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Pacing

Pacing is the speed at which a story unfolds or information is delivered. It plays a crucial role in maintaining…

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Irony

Irony—a figure of speech where the intended meaning is the opposite of the literal meaning. Here’s a soundbite from the…

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Orotund

Orotund refers to a style of speech that is rounded, full, and imposing. It describes a voice or tone that…

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Motif

A motif is a recurring theme, subject, or idea that appears throughout a literary work, which helps to develop the…

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Narrative Hook

Narrative Hook—an opening to a story that grabs the audience's attention so that they want to keep reading or listening.…

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Non Sequitur

A non sequitur is a statement that does not logically follow from the previous statement, often resulting in an absurd…

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Oratory

Oratory is the art of speaking. And Oratorical relates to the art or practice of public speaking. An oratorical speech…

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Rhetorical Question

A rhetorical question is a question asked to make a point rather than to solicit an answer. It’s a common…

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