rhetorical
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Adj — Relating to the art of persuasive speaking or writing.
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Etymology
From Latin rhetoricus, from Greek rhetorikos ("concerning public speaking").
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What does “rhetorical” mean?
The word “rhetorical” means relating to the art of persuasive speaking or writing. In plain terms, relating to persuasive language, or (for a question) asked without expecting a real answer.
How do you pronounce “rhetorical”?
“Rhetorical” is pronounced rih-TOR-ih-kuhl (/ɹɪˈtɔɹɪkəl/ in IPA).
How do you use “rhetorical” in a sentence?
Here is “rhetorical” used in a sentence: “The professor analyzed the rhetorical techniques used in the speech.”
What part of speech is “rhetorical”?
“Rhetorical” is an adjective.
Where does the word “rhetorical” come from?
The word “rhetorical” comes from Latin. From Latin rhetoricus, from Greek rhetorikos ("concerning public speaking").
Is “rhetorical” a common word?
“Rhetorical” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the C2 level.
How many meanings does “rhetorical” have?
“Rhetorical” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: relating to the art of persuasive speaking or writing.