oratorical

Relating to one distinguished for skill and power as a public speaker.

After participating on the debate team for three years, I decided to partake in an oratorical contest.

by Morgan T November 10, 2006

bafflement

confusing or puzzling.

He was in complete bafflement over who this new girl was trying to be.

by Morgan T November 10, 2006

acclamation

overwhelming affirmative vote by cheers, shouts, or applause.

When the performance ended, the audience gave forth a great acclamation, demanding an encore.

by Morgan T November 10, 2006

disdainful

to be full of scorn of contempt.

His disdainful attitude reflected his unhappiness at losing his job.

by Morgan T November 10, 2006