public speaking

noun

Synonyms of public speaking next

: the act or process of making speeches in public

: the art of effective oral communication with an audience

Examples of public speaking in a Sentence

He has a fear of public speaking. She has a gift for public speaking. a book on public speaking

Recent Examples on the Web

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For communication skills, think of your specific strengths – e.g., building relationships, working in a team, public speaking or presenting, listening, writing. —

Caroline Ceniza-Levine, Forbes, 21 Jan. 2025 Moody bested more than 30 other hometown girls in a pageant that judged them on interviews, public speaking, swimsuits and beauty. —

Dan Sullivan, Miami Herald, 17 Jan. 2025 Here, 19 members of Forbes Coaches Council debunk some persistent myths and outdated tips about public speaking. —

Expert Panel®, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025 The North Node in Pisces activates your communication sector, making 2025 an ideal year to explore writing, teaching or public speaking. —

Dossé-Via Trenou, refinery29.com, 16 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for public speaking

Word History

First Known Use

1759, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler

The first known use of public speaking was in 1759

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“Public speaking.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/public%20speaking. Accessed 24 Jan. 2025.

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