Synonyms for

Podium

Verb / ˈpəʊdi:ʌm / Another word for podium — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a small platform to stand on when giving a speech or receiving an award

Synonyms & similar words

dais ambo pulpit stump rostrum soapbox stage platform rostrum dais stand lectern soapbox tribune ambo pulpit easel support pedestal base foundation footing groundwork underpinning bedrock substratum

Synonyms by register

Formal

dais platform rostrum lectern

Informal

stage stand box

Literary

eminence elevation

Antonyms

floor ground valley ditch trough lowland

Common collocations

  • award podium
  • winners' podium
  • climb the podium
  • step onto the podium
  • stand on the podium
  • podium finish
  • podium place

Word family

noun podium

Usage note

A podium is a raised platform for speakers or performers. It is often confused with 'rostrum', which is specifically a raised platform for speaking, or 'lectern', which is a stand for holding a book or notes.

Example sentences

  1. The athlete was thrilled to stand on the podium and receive the gold medal.
  2. The politician stepped up to the podium and began his speech.
  3. The teacher used a podium to hold her notes while she taught the lesson.
  4. The band performed on a small podium in the middle of the park.
  5. The CEO stood on the podium to give the company's annual report.

Quotes

  • I don't like the podium, the situation of the podium and the attention of the podium.
  • You have to be very careful when you're standing on a podium.
  • I don't know if I'm more comfortable on stage or in the studio, but I am comfortable on the podium.

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