valedictorian
nounUK /ˌvæl.ɪ.dɪkˈtɔː.ri.ən/
US /ˌvæl.ə.dɪkˈtɔːr.i.ən/
The valedictorian is the student with the best grades who gives a speech at graduation.
She worked hard all year and became the valedictorian of her class.
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2. The student chosen to give the farewell speech at a graduation ceremony.
As valedictorian, he gave a short farewell speech to his classmates.
3. A person who delivers a farewell address at any event.
The club's valedictorian said goodbye to the members at the last meeting.
4. The highest-ranking student in a graduating class.
The school announced the valedictorian at the end of the year.