didactic discourse

Definitions

Communication or speech intended primarily to instruct, teach, or convey moral lessons.

A style of discourse characterized by a pedantic or overly moralizing tone.

Examples

The professor's lecture was criticized for its overly didactic discourse, which left little room for student participation.

While the novel is intended to entertain, it often slips into didactic discourse to lecture the reader on moral philosophy.

Synonyms

instructive lecture pedagogical speech moralizing address edifying sermon preachy commentary

Antonyms

casual conversation informal chat aimless banter spontaneous dialogue unstructured discussion