valediction

IPA/ˌvælɪˈdɪkʃn/
IPA/ˌvælɪˈdɪkʃn/

valediction — noun

  • valedictionsingular
  • valedictionsplural

1. a formal goodbye, expressed either as spoken words when parting from someone for

1.名詞C1
釋義

a formal goodbye, expressed either as spoken words when parting from someone for a long time or permanently, or as a prepared speech given at a graduation, retirement, or ceremonial leave-taking.

例句

In her valediction to the school, retiring principal Mrs. Nakamura thanked the students for three decades of shared memories.

valediction to [institution/group] — common preposition pattern

The graduating class asked Minh to write the valediction for their commencement ceremony.

write / deliver a valediction

同義詞
  • farewell

    more common and less formal; suitable for both spoken and written contexts

  • send-off

    informal; often used for parties or gatherings held for someone who is leaving

  • parting words

    refers specifically to what is said rather than the act itself

反義詞
  • greeting

    words said when arriving or meeting someone, not when leaving

  • welcome

    a reception upon arrival, opposite of a farewell

文法句型

a/the valediction

valediction + to [someone/something]

deliver/give/write a valediction

用法筆記

Frequently used in formal settings such as graduation ceremonies, retirement parties, and farewell gatherings. In everyday conversation, 'goodbye' or 'farewell' is preferred. Distinguish from 'valedictorian' — the person who delivers a valediction speech.

常見錯誤

❌The valedictorian gave a moving valedictorian.
✅The valedictorian gave a moving valediction.
💡'valedictorian' is the student; 'valediction' is the speech.
❌She said a quick valediction before running to the bus.
✅She said a quick goodbye before running to the bus.
💡'valediction' is too formal for casual, hurried leave-taking.