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.