valediction

• Существительное, обозначающее прощальную речь или заявление, часто произносимое на официальной церемонии, такой как выпускной, или акт прощания.

A noun referring to a farewell speech or statement, often delivered at a formal ceremony such as a graduation, or the act of saying goodbye.

1. Farewell speechC1formal

   A formal speech or statement made when leaving or saying goodbye, often delivered at a graduation ceremony by a top student.

   Прощальная речь

   • The valediction at the ceremony moved many parents to tears.
   • She prepared a heartfelt valediction for her classmates.
   • His valediction reflected on the challenges and triumphs of their school years.

   Synonymsadieuleave-takingsend-offvaledictory

2. Act of saying goodbyeC1formal

   The act or expression of bidding farewell to someone.

   Прощание

   • Their valediction was brief but emotional.
   • He offered a warm valediction to his departing colleagues.
   • The letter ended with a touching valediction.

   Synonymsadieufarewellgoodbyeleave-takingpartingsend-off

   Antonymsgreetingsalutationwelcome