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Word: Jeremiad
Definition:
A jeremiad is a forceful speech or piece of writing that condemns social injustice or moral wrongdoing while urging reform and a return to ethical values.
Origin:
The word comes from Jeremiah, a prophet in the Hebrew Bible known for his impassioned warnings and laments about injustice and moral decline. Over time, the term came to describe speeches or writings that combine criticism with a call for change.
Example:
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s “I Have a Dream” speech can be read as a hopeful jeremiad—condemning racial injustice while calling the nation to live up to its moral promises.
