rhetoric
Translation
rhetoric, oratory, eloquence
Examples
He is studying classical rhetoric.
He is studying classical rhetoric.
The speech was full of empty rhetoric.
The speech was full of empty rhetoric.
Grammar Patterns
((rhetoric)) the art of persuasion. His political rhetoric is very effective.
Similar Words
Synonyms: eloquence, oratory, bombast
Etymology
From Greek rhētorikē (tekhnē) '(art) of an orator', from rhētōr 'orator'.
Memory Tips
Think of a politician's speech - is it genuine or just 'rhetoric'?