rhetoric

1. n. The art of composition; especially, elegant composition in prose. Source: opted

2. n. Oratory; the art of speaking with propriety, elegance, and force. Source: opted

3. n. Hence, artificial eloquence; fine language or declamation without conviction or earnest feeling. Source: opted

4. n. Fig. : The power of persuasion or attraction; that which allures or charms. Source: opted

5. n. using language effectively to please or persuade Source: wordnet

6. n. high-flown style; excessive use of verbal ornamentation Source: wordnet

7. n. loud and confused and empty talk Source: wordnet

8. n. study of the technique and rules for using language effectively (especially in public speaking) Source: wordnet

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. Source: webster

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) Source: ecdict

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