rhetoric
4 senses across 2 parts of speech
noun
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The art of using language, especially public speaking, as a means to persuade.
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Meaningless language with an exaggerated style intended to impress.
Example “It’s only so much rhetoric.”
adjective
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Part of or similar to rhetoric, the use of language as a means to persuade.
Example “A rhetorical question is one used merely to make a point, with no response expected.”
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Not earnest, or presented only for the purpose of an argument.