Thesaurus: rhetoric

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1. n. The art of composition; especially, elegant composition in prose.
2. n. Oratory; the art of speaking with propriety, elegance, and force.
3. n. Hence, artificial eloquence; fine language or declamation without conviction or earnest feeling.
4. n. Fig. : The power of persuasion or attraction; that which allures or charms.
5. n. using language effectively to please or persuade
6. n. high-flown style; excessive use of verbal ornamentation
7. n. loud and confused and empty talk
8. n. study of the technique and rules for using language effectively (especially in public speaking)
9. 1. The art of composition; especially, elegant composition in prose. 2. Oratory; the art of speaking with propriety, elegance, and force. Locke. 3. Hence, artificial eloquence; fine language or declamation without conviction or earnest feeling. 4. Fig. : The power of persuasion or attraction; that which allures or charms. Sweet, silent rhetoric of persuading eyes. Daniel.
10. n:100 n. using language effectively to please or persuade n. study of the technique and rules for using language effectively (especially in public speaking)