
Speechifying
Persuasive intent
Speechifying is often used to convince listeners about an idea or policy.

The mayor was speechifying on the benefits of the new public park.
Political context
Commonly used in political or formal settings where lengthy speaking is expected.

During the rally, the activists took turns speechifying on climate change.
Can be negative
Sometimes implies the speaker is pompous or excessively formal.

Everyone was tired of the professor's speechifying on subjects they already knew.
Compare with
AddressExpoundHarangueLecturePontificatePropoundSpeak
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