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Public speaking glossary

Plain-English definitions for every term that shows up in a speech class or speaker bio — written so a beginner can use them.

A

  • Anaphora — A rhetorical device — the same opener, repeated. The engine behind "I have a dream…".

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  • Extemporaneous speaking — Planned in structure, spontaneous in wording — the delivery mode most experienced speakers use.
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