rhetoric

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Learn the meaning of rhetoric with synonyms, antonyms and an example sentence. Part of our 11 plus vocabulary list used for selective school and grammar school preparation.

rhetoric

(noun)

Meaning

the art of effective speaking or writing

Example

"The politician's rhetoric inspired many voters during the election."

Synonyms

eloquencepersuasion

Antonyms

tacitnessplainness

More about this word

Word origin
From Greek 'rhetorike', pertaining to oratory.
Related word forms
  • adjective: rhetorical