keynote
Pronunciation: [ˈkiːnoʊt]
Word
Context: “public speaking”
(noun) a keynote is a main speech at a conference or event. It's usually given to set the theme or mood and helps everyone understand the important ideas.
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The keynote speaker inspired everyone with her talk about environmental protection.
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Without a keynote, the event felt disorganized and lacking direction.
Example
Who is the keynote speaker for the conference this year?
Context: “public speaking”
(adjective) when something is described as keynote, it means it's the most important part or the central focus of something. It's like saying this part really matters a lot.
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The keynote ideas of the workshop helped everyone find common ground.
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The discussion was interesting, but it didn't highlight any keynote themes.
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What are the keynote points we should remember from the presentation?
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