rhetoric
Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples
Pronunciation: US /ˈretərɪk/
rhetoric means: The skill of using speech or writing to make people agree with you.
noun
PERSUASIVE LANGUAGEC1
The skill of using speech or writing to make people agree with you.
- She studied rhetoric at university.
- His training in rhetoric helped him win the debate.
- The course explores how ancient speakers used rhetoric.
Questions about rhetoric
What does rhetoric mean?
The skill of using speech or writing to make people agree with you.
What is rhetoric in other languages?
Türkçe: retorik · Español: retórica · Français: rhétorique · Deutsch: Rhetorik · Italiano: retorica · 日本語: 修辞学
How do you pronounce rhetoric?
It is pronounced /ˈretərɪk/.
How do you use rhetoric in a sentence?
She studied rhetoric at university. His training in rhetoric helped him win the debate.
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