Another Word For Ventriloquism

Meaning

Ventriloquism is a performance art where a person, known as a ventriloquist, speaks without moving their lips, creating the illusion that their voice is coming from a puppet or a dummy. This technique allows the ventriloquist to make it seem as though the puppet is speaking independently, adding a layer of entertainment and skill to performances, often involving humor and storytelling.

Synonyms

• Dummy speaking
• Puppet show
• Voice throwing

Antonyms

• Silence
• Muteness
• Inarticulateness

Etymology

The word "ventriloquism" comes from the Latin "ventriloquus," which means "belly speaker" (from "venter," meaning "belly," and "loqui," meaning "to speak"). This reflects the idea that the voice seems to come from the belly or elsewhere rather than from the speaker's lips.

Examples

1. The magician's act included a segment of ventriloquism that captivated the audience with his witty exchanges with the puppet.
2. She practiced her ventriloquism skills for weeks before performing at the local theater.
3. Ventriloquism can be a challenging art because it requires excellent control over one’s voice and facial expressions.
4. The ventriloquist made the audience laugh with clever jokes that seemed to come directly from the puppet.