prepared speech

Definitions

A formal address that has been written out or carefully planned in advance rather than delivered spontaneously.

A presentation or talk that has been rehearsed and structured prior to the time of delivery.

Examples

The politician delivered a prepared speech that addressed the concerns of the local community.

She felt much more confident once she had finished writing and practicing her prepared speech.

Synonyms

scripted address rehearsed presentation written remarks planned discourse memorized talk

Antonyms

impromptu speech extemporaneous remarks off-the-cuff talk unrehearsed presentation spontaneous address