lecture

Definitions

An educational talk delivered to an audience, typically students in a university.

A long, serious speech given to reprimand or criticize someone's behavior.

Examples

The professor gave an insightful lecture on the history of modern architecture.

I had to sit through a long lecture about the importance of punctuality.

Synonyms

speech address sermon talk discourse lesson presentation

Antonyms

praise commendation applause acclaim listening dialogue conversation