Definition of Rhetoric
Rhetoric
rhet·o·ric
Definition/Meaning
(noun)
the art of persuasive and effect speaking or writing using figures of speech and other literary devices;
e.g. Hyperbole is an example of a common figure of rhetoric used by many writers.
(noun)
language that is intended to influence or impress people but is often regarded as lacking meaningfulness or sincerity;
e.g. In angst, the writer spewed empty and hurtful rhetoric in the review.
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