valedictory

(noun, adjective)

adjective

1. of or relating to an occasion or expression of farewell

- valedictory praise for his uniformly manly course

- a suitable valedictory gesture

2. of a speech expressing leave-taking

- a valedictory address

Similar word(s): exaugural

Sentences with valedictory as an adjective:

- a valedictory oration

noun

1. a farewell oration (especially one delivered during graduation exercises by an outstanding member of a graduating class)

Similar word(s): valediction

Definition categories: communication, oratory