rhetoric
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Definition & Meaning of "rhetoric"in English

Rhetoric
01

the study of techniques and principles for using language effectively, especially in public speaking 

Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Abstract
Composition
Simple
Uncountable
Examples
She studied rhetoric to improve her debate skills. 
02

using language skillfully to persuade, impress, or please 

Examples
The politician's rhetoric won over undecided voters. 
03

bombastic or meaningless language 

Examples
The council meeting was dominated by rhetoric with no solutions. 
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