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ˈpʌb.lɪk ˈspiː.kɪŋ
noun
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The skill of speaking confidently in front of an audience.
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Public speaking skills are essential for leadership roles.
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oratory, speech delivery, presentation
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silence, reticence, inarticulateness
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ɑːrˌtɪk.jəˈleɪ.ʃən
noun
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The ability to express ideas or sounds clearly and distinctly.
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Good articulation makes a speaker more persuasive.
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expression, enunciation, clarity
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mumbling, incoherence, slurring
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ˈdɪk.ʃən
noun
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The style of pronunciation and word choice in speaking or writing.
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A strong diction enhances communication skills.
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pronunciation, wording, expression
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inaccuracy, ambiguity, mispronunciation
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ˈkeɪ.dəns
noun
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The rhythm and flow of speech with rise and fall in tone.
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His speech had a natural cadence that captivated the audience.
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monotony, flatness, disruption
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ˌmɑː.dʒəˈleɪ.ʃən
noun
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The natural variation and control of voice tone and pitch.
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Proper modulation keeps the audience engaged in a speech.
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tone control, variation, inflection
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monotony, uniformity, inflexibility
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kəˈrɪz.mə
noun
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Natural charm and appeal that helps influence people.
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A speaker with charisma can easily influence an audience.
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uninspiring, repulsiveness, dullness
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ˈɛl.ə.kwəns
noun
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The ability to speak fluently, persuasively, and expressively.
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His eloquence made the speech inspiring.
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fluency, persuasiveness, expressiveness
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inarticulateness, hesitation, ineffectiveness
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ˈæn.ɪk.doʊt
noun
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A short interesting story used in speeches or writing.
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A well-placed anecdote makes a speech more relatable.
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short story, narrative, illustration
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generalization, report, rambling
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ɪnˈɡeɪdʒ.mənt
noun
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The act of attracting and maintaining audience attention and connection.
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Good speakers maintain strong engagement with their audience.
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interaction, participation, involvement
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disinterest, detachment, boredom
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koʊˈhiː.ʒən
noun
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The connection and logical flow between different parts of a speech or text.
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Effective cohesion ensures a speech is easy to follow.
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unity, consistency, logical flow
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disorganization, fragmentation, incoherence
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kənˈsaɪs
adjective
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Brief and clearly expressed without unnecessary details.
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A concise speech is more impactful than a long one.
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lengthy, wordy, redundant
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ˌɪn.toʊˈneɪ.ʃən
noun
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The rise and fall of tone in speech and pronunciation.
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Proper intonation enhances the clarity of a speech.
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tone, modulation, pitch variation
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monotone, flatness, inexpressiveness
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ɪnˈflɛk.ʃən
noun
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The change in pitch or tone of voice when speaking for emphasis.
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His inflection kept the audience engaged.
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modulation, emphasis, variation
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monotony, flatness, uniformity
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pɔɪz
noun
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Natural confidence and composure maintained under pressure.
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A good speaker maintains poise under pressure.
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composure, balance, confidence
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nervousness, instability, clumsiness
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ˈdʒes.tʃərz
noun
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Body movements, especially of hands, face, or body when speaking.
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Effective gestures add emphasis to a speech.
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body language, movement, expression
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stillness, rigidity, inaction
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prəˈdʒɛk.ʃən
noun
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The strength and range of voice when speaking.
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Proper projection ensures that every listener hears clearly.
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voice amplification, loudness, clarity
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muffled speech, softness, inaudibility
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ˈrɛz.ə.nəns
noun
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Deep, rich, and appealing voice that attracts audience attention.
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A speaker with strong resonance captivates the audience.
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depth, vibration, richness
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weakness, dullness, flatness
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vəˈræs.ɪ.ti
noun
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Truthfulness and reliability of information or statements.
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A speaker's veracity builds trust with the audience.
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truthfulness, accuracy, credibility
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falsehood, deception, inaccuracy
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pərˈsweɪ.ʒən
noun
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The act of convincing someone to change their viewpoint through reasoning or emotion.
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Effective persuasion is key to a successful speech.
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influence, convincing, advocacy
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disbelief, resistance, indifference
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