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rhetoric

noun
  1. The art of using language, especially public speaking, as a means to persuade.

  2. Meaningless language with an exaggerated style intended to impress.

    "It’s only so much rhetoric."

Synonymswordcraft
adjective
  1. Part of or similar to rhetoric, the use of language as a means to persuade.

    "A rhetorical question is one used merely to make a point, with no response expected."

  2. Not earnest, or presented only for the purpose of an argument.

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