Definitions
- Referring to the art of public speaking, especially in a formal setting. - Describing the skill of delivering speeches with eloquence, persuasion, and style. - Talking about the practice of giving speeches or lectures to an audience.
- Referring to a formal speech given on a special occasion, such as a graduation, ceremony, or funeral. - Describing a well-crafted and persuasive speech delivered with skill and style. - Talking about a public address that is intended to inspire, inform, or entertain an audience.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words are related to public speaking.
- 2Both words involve delivering speeches to an audience.
- 3Both words emphasize the importance of eloquence and persuasion in speech.
- 4Both words can be used to describe a formal and ceremonial speech.
What is the difference?
- 1Scope: Oratory refers to the art and practice of public speaking in general, while oration specifically refers to a formal speech given on a special occasion.
- 2Purpose: Oratory can be used for various purposes, such as education, entertainment, or persuasion, while oration is usually intended to inspire, inform, or commemorate a specific event or person.
- 3Tone: Oratory can be used in both formal and informal contexts, while oration is typically associated with a more formal and ceremonial tone.
- 4Usage: Oratory is more commonly used as a noun, while oration is more commonly used as a noun or an adjective.
Remember this!
Oratory and oration are two words that are related to public speaking. While oratory refers to the art and practice of public speaking in general, oration specifically refers to a formal speech given on a special occasion. Both words emphasize the importance of eloquence and persuasion in speech, but oration is usually intended to inspire, inform, or commemorate a specific event or person.
