aureate

adjective

ˈȯr-ē-ət How to pronounce aureate (audio)
Definition of aureatenext
as in rhetorical
full of fine words and fancy expressions the aureate speeches that are traditionally given at graduation ceremonies

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Recent Examples of aureate Finally, last year, Lil Nas X’s gaze was punctuated by a set of gilded wing decals that complete his aureate ensemble. — Lauren Valenti, Vogue, 25 Apr. 2022 Because emotionally, they are spirited by your aureate leadership heart. — Peter Weedfald, Forbes, 11 Mar. 2021
Recent Examples of Synonyms for aureate
  1. rhetorical
  2. purple
  3. ornate
Adjective
  • The question of self-dealing was essentially rhetorical, because the expectation that a president served the country — not himself — was foundational.
    — Lynn Schmidt, Mercury News, 2 July 2026
  • His research explores the intersection of international business and corporate political strategy, focusing on the rhetorical, ideological, and historical forces that shape firm behavior.
    — Yilang Feng, Harvard Business Review, 2 July 2026
Definition of rhetorical
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  • And somebody in the group asked him—what was the secret of success running for office, a federal office, in a purple area?
    — David Frum, The Atlantic, 8 July 2026
  • He was possibly last seen wearing a purple shirt, khaki shorts, and black tennis shoes.
    — Edie Peffley, NBC news, 8 July 2026
Definition of purple
Adjective
  • Rogers’ designs on the second floor of the Merrywood House are less ornate than those on the first, though not by much.
    — Brian Bell, The Orlando Sentinel, 11 July 2026
  • Judges mingled with customers at a coffee shop before speaking at the domed, ornate Westmoreland County Courthouse.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 10 July 2026
Definition of ornate

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