valedictorian
Translation
valedictorian
Examples
She was named the valedictorian of her class.
She was named the valedictorian of her class.
Grammar Patterns
((sb.)) the student with the highest academic achievements who delivers the farewell address at a graduation ceremony She was named the valedictorian of her class.
Similar Words
Synonyms: salutatorian (gives welcome speech), top student
Etymology
From Latin 'vale' (farewell) + 'dicere' (to say). The person who says farewell.
Memory Tips
Think 'vale' (farewell) + 'diction' (speech) = the person who gives the farewell speech.