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rhetorical

1 of 1adjective
/rɪˈtɔrɪkəl/
Forms:more rhetorical,most rhetorical
1

given to rhetoric, emphasizing style at the expense of thought

Antonyms:
2

connected with the art of writing or speaking in an effective or persuasive way

  • His speech was filled with rhetorical devices such as metaphors and analogies to persuade the audience.
  • The politician employed rhetorical strategies to sway public opinion on the issue.
  • The advertisement used rhetorical questions to engage viewers and prompt them to think.
  • In her essay, she used rhetorical flourishes to emphasize her main argument.
  • The teacher taught her students how to craft rhetorical appeals to strengthen their persuasive essays.