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Definition of speech

speech

/spiːtʃ/
speech
Plural:speeches
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Adjective:speechless
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• noun

1

The expression of or the ability to express thoughts and feelings by articulate sounds.

Example

"The patient regained the power of speech after months of intensive therapy."

2

A formal address or discourse delivered to an audience.

Example

"The valedictorian delivered an inspiring speech at the graduation ceremony."

3

A person's style or manner of speaking, or the distinct dialect of a particular region or group.

Example

"His slow, measured speech gave the impression of careful thought."

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speculatively
speculator
speculatrix
speech
speechify
speechless
speechlessly

Word Origin & Etymology

From Old English 'spǣc' (earlier 'sprǣc'), meaning 'act of speaking, language, or discourse', derived from the Proto-Germanic verb '*sprekanan' ('to speak').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Speech. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/speech
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