valedictorian
US /ˌvæl.ə.dɪkˈtɔːr.i.ən/
UK /ˌvæl.ə.dɪkˈtɔːr.i.ən/
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the student who has the highest academic achievements in a graduating class and who delivers the valedictory speech at the graduation ceremony
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She was named the valedictorian of her high school class.
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The valedictorian delivered an inspiring speech about perseverance.