valedictorian
noun
val·e·dic·to·ri·an
ˌva-lə-ˌdik-ˈtȯr-ē-ən 
: the student usually having the highest rank in a graduating class who delivers the valedictory address at the commencement exercises
Examples of valedictorian in a Sentence
She was the valedictorian of her class in 1985.
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On May 16, 18-year-old Early College High School valedictorian Alem Hadzic took the stage at his graduation to give his speech just hours after his father's funeral.
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Gabrielle Rockson, Peoplemag, 22 May 2024
The school's valedictorian also discussed the conflict in Gaza during his speech before Biden's remarks.
—Rachel Barber, USA TODAY, 20 May 2024
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Gabrielle Rockson, Peoplemag, 22 May 2024
The school's valedictorian also discussed the conflict in Gaza during his speech before Biden's remarks.
—Rachel Barber, USA TODAY, 20 May 2024
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“Valedictorian.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/valedictorian. Accessed 1 Jun. 2024.
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