valediction [noun]

Definition of valediction:

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

Synonyms of valediction:

● Valedictory

● Valedictory address

● Valedictory oration

● Farewell

● Parting

● Departure

● Goodbye

● Leave

● Good-bye

● Leave-taking


Opposite/Antonyms of valediction:

● Hello

● Greeting

● Salutations

● Accord

● Agreement

● Attachment

● Closing

● Closure


Sentence/Example of valediction:

This evening will be a valediction from his peers, a tribute to the man who changed the game.