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valedictorian

/ˌvælɪdɪkˈtɔːriən/ noun · British & US
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What does valedictorian mean?

noun

The student who delivers the valedictory address at a graduation ceremony, typically the student with the highest academic achievement. The student who is ranked first in a graduating class.

Example

"The valedictorian of the class of 2020 delivered a heartfelt speech to her fellow graduates."

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