Acceptance Speech
Also called the speech to accept an award, the
acceptance speech gives the recipient an opportunity
to express appreciation for the award as well as
humility and grace.
After-dinner Speech
During the after-dinner speech, audiences expect to
be entertained by a speech that informs them about a
particular issue. This speech sometimes uses humor
to make a serious point
Ceremonial Speech
A ceremonial speech includes one of several kinds
that celebrate an occasion. More specifically, a
ceremonial speech may introduce a speaker,
entertain an audience, or inspire people. Another
term for ceremonial speech is special occasion
speech.
Commemorative or Tribute Speech
A commemorative or tribute speech is one that pays
special accolades to an occasion, extraordinary
person, event, idea, or monument. Such a speech is
intended to reflect the emotions of the audience.
Commencement Speech
The commencement speech is given by a wellknown
person of local, national, or international
acclaim to mark a university or secondary school
graduation ceremony.
Epideictic Speech
This is a ceremonial speech intended to praise or
blame.
Identification
A technique used in ceremonial speaking to enhance
feelings of familiarity and closeness.
Keynote Address
The keynote address represents the keynote of a
larger idea taking place at a conference or exposition
usually organized around a central theme.
Magnification
A technique in ceremonial speaking used to give
benefit to the audience, amplify emotion, and exceed
audience expectations.
Presentational Speech
Also called a speech to present an award, the
presentational speech serves to highlight the merits
of the award recipient and to point out the purpose
and significance of the award being given.
Roast
A roast is a variation of the toast in which the
speaker pays tribute to a person by poking fun at her
or him in a friendly way.
Special Occasion Speech
A special occasion speech includes one of several
kinds that celebrate an occasion. More specifically,
it might introduce a speaker, entertain an audience,
or inspire people. Another term for special occasion
speech is ceremonial speech.
Speech of Introduction
A speech of introduction is a brief presentation used
to introduce the main speaker of an event and to
inspire the audience to listen to that speaker.
Toast
A toast is a brief tribute to a person or event.