speech act

noun

, Philosophy, Linguistics.

1. any of the acts that may be performed by a speaker in making an utterance, as stating, asking, requesting, advising, warning, or persuading, considered in terms of the content of the message, the intention of the speaker, and the effect on the listener.

speech act

noun

1. an utterance that constitutes some act in addition to the mere act of uttering
2. an act or type of act capable of being so performed

Example Sentences

But of course, now, those exact same people are on the frontlines of turning speech acts into crime to be obliterated by police action and grassroots vigilantism whenever possible.

From Salon

That question is, obviously, the most important second question to ask whenever interpreting any speech act by anyone.

From Seattle Times

“This is a core political speech act, according to them, and he has a right to defend himself against her political bias,” she said.

From Salon

The figures in the play become known through their speech acts.

From Los Angeles Times

“I’m calling on Congress to pass my protecting free speech act, terminate this Orwellian Ministry of Truth, fire Nina Jankowicz and prevent the Biden regime from silencing the American people,” she said.

From Washington Times