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Declamatory

usgb/dɪˈklæmətɔːri/Volume
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Attention SeekingPlay
Use 'declamatory' when someone speaks in a way to stand out and be noticed. SlideHer declamatory tone made everyone in the room listen.
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Public SpeakingPlay
'Declamatory' often refers to formal or public speeches that are expressive. SlideHis declamatory speech captured the crowd's attention.