viva voce
plural of viva-voce
/ˌvaɪvəˈvoʊsi/
adverb
- By spoken word rather than in writing.
- The contract was agreed viva-voce, but never signed.
- The exam was conducted viva-voce, with the professor asking questions aloud.
- She presented her research viva-voce to the committee.
adjective
- Relating to or involving spoken communication, especially in an exam or interview.
- The viva-voce examination tested the student's ability to explain concepts orally.
- He prepared thoroughly for the viva-voce part of the defense.
- The viva-voce session allowed the panel to ask follow-up questions.
Antonyms
noun
- An oral examination, especially for an academic degree.
- He felt nervous before his viva-voce but answered all questions well.
- After submitting her thesis, she had to pass a viva-voce.
- The viva-voce lasted over two hours.