verb
- to give a formal speech, especially in a pompous or theatrical manner
Usage: often implies lengthy or overly dramatic speaking
Examples
- The politician began to orate about the need for change.
- He would orate for hours about his favorite topics.
- The speaker orated passionately to the assembled crowd.
- She tends to orate rather than simply talk during meetings.
- The professor orated on ancient philosophy for the entire lecture.
- Instead of having a conversation, he just orated at us.