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Meaning of valediction
A formal or official farewell, especially a speech made when someone is leaving a place or job.
Etymology of valediction
The word "valediction" originates from the Latin words "valedicere" meaning "to say farewell" and "vale" meaning "farewell" and the suffix "-diction" from "dicere" meaning "to say"
Historically, the term has been used to describe formal farewell speeches, especially those given by students graduating from an educational institution
Synonyms
farewell
goodbye
adieu
goodbye speech
departing words
leave-taking
sendoff
parting
departure
exit
egress
valedictory
address
speech
oration
salute
greeting
farewell speech
closing remarks
final words
last words
swan song
goodbye message
departing speech
parting shot
last farewell
farewell address
valedictory address
goodbye note
farewell note
Definitions
- A formal or official farewell, especially a speech made when someone is leaving a place or job
- * A message or speech expressing goodwill or kindness when parting or saying goodbye
Usage Examples
- The valediction by the outgoing president was a heartfelt goodbye to the nation
- * The valedictory speech at the graduation ceremony was given by the class valedictorian
- * The company's CEO gave a valediction to the retiring employee, thanking them for their years of service
Antonyms
welcome
greeting
hello
introduction
inauguration
commencement
beginning
start
initiation
opening
salutation
acknowledgement
recognition
hello speech
welcome speech
introductory speech
opening remarks