Dictionary and Thesaurus

Definition of Lecture

• (n.) The act of reading; as, the lecture of Holy Scripture.
• (n.) A discourse on any subject; especially, a formal or methodical discourse, intended for instruction; sometimes, a familiar discourse, in contrast with a sermon.
• (n.) A reprimand or formal reproof from one having authority.
• (n.) A rehearsal of a lesson.
• (v. t.) To read or deliver a lecture to.
• (v. t.) To reprove formally and with authority.
• (v. i.) To deliver a lecture or lectures.

Synonyms of Lecture

• Public Lecture
• Talk
• Speech
• Talking To
• Lecturing
• Talk
• Call On The Carpet
• Take To Task
• Rebuke
• Rag
• Trounce
• Reproof
• Reprimand
• Jaw
• Dress Down
• Call Down
• Scold
• Chide
• Berate
• Bawl Out
• Remonstrate
• Chew Out
• Chew Up
• Have Words
• Lambaste
• Lambast

Antonyms of Lecture

Homophones of Lecture