1. delivered a formal speech, especially in a pompous or theatrical manner
Usage: past tense of ‘orate’

Examples

• The politician orated for two hours about tax reform.
• She orated dramatically from the podium, gesturing wildly.
• The graduation speaker orated about the importance of perseverance.
• He orated so passionately that the audience was moved to tears.
• The lawyer orated before the jury with great conviction.
• The preacher orated about moral values every Sunday.