declaim
/dɪˈkleɪm/verb
To speak or recite words loudly and dramatically, as if giving a speech to an audience.
Example sentences
- “The actor declaimed his lines to the empty theater.”
- “Students took turns declaiming famous speeches in front of the class.”
- “At dinner, Uncle Joe declaimed about politics as if he were at a rally.”
Often a little critical: someone who declaims sounds theatrical rather than conversational. 'Declaim against' something means to protest it loudly.