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ted

n. countable
C1 Advanced US //ˈtɛd// ted Informal

n. a short, powerful talk about a specific topic, usually given by an expert. These talks are meant to share big ideas in a simple way.

n. a concise, influential presentation delivered at a conference or online platform, typically focusing on technology, entertainment, or design. Often used as a genericized term for a short, polished educational speech.


SIMPLE

I watched a great Ted talk about sleep.

CONTEXTUAL

The professor structured his guest lecture like a Ted talk to keep the students engaged.

COMPLEX

The speaker's delivery mirrored the classic Ted talk style, blending personal anecdotes with data-driven insights to create a narrative that felt both intimate and authoritative.

Origin

Shortened form of Edward, Theodore, Thaddeus or Edmund.

Usage

Usually capitalized as 'TED' or 'TED talk' when referring to the specific organization, but often lowercase in casual descriptions of the style.

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