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What is another word for Speaking Up? – 141 Speaking Up Synonyms

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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    voicing concerns expressing opinions speaking out articulating thoughts communicating effectively vocalizing feelings sharing perspectives raising voices making statements conveying messages presenting views airing grievances stating opinions uttering words declaring thoughts pronouncing judgments enunciating ideas testifying witnessing commenting remarking observing noting pointing out bringing up addressing issues discussing topics talking openly being vocal being outspoken being forthright being candid being frank.

    Meaning of Speaking Up

    According to the Oxford English Dictionary, "speaking up" means to express an opinion or feeling, especially in a situation where it is difficult to do so.

    Definitions

    • Merriam-Webster defines "speaking up" as the act of speaking loudly or clearly enough to be heard, or to express an opinion or feeling.
    • Cambridge Dictionary defines "speaking up" as to say something openly and honestly, especially when it is difficult to do so.

    Example Uses

    • The employee decided to speak up about the company's poor working conditions.
    • It's essential to speak up when you witness bullying or harassment.
    • She finally spoke up and told her boss about the problems she was facing.
    • The community came together to speak up against the proposed development project.
    • He learned to speak up for himself and assert his rights.

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    remaining silent keeping quiet being mute staying mum holding back withholding opinions suppressing thoughts concealing feelings being taciturn being reticent being reserved being uncommunicative being unresponsive being tight-lipped being close-mouthed being secretive being evasive avoiding discussion dodging questions sidestepping issues beating around the bush.

    Related Nouns

    communication expression speech statement declaration utterance remark comment observation opinion viewpoint perspective attitude stance position standpoint assertion allegation accusation testimony evidence witness voice words language dialogue conversation discussion debate argument.

    Related Verbs

    communicate express speak say tell utter declare state convey articulate enunciate pronounce testify witness comment remark observe note point out bring up address discuss talk converse debate argue negotiate mediate.

    Related Adjectives

    vocal outspoken forthright candid frank honest open direct straightforward clear concise articulate eloquent persuasive convincing compelling passionate expressive emphatic forceful assertive confident courageous fearless bold unafraid willing eager enthusiastic.