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RHETORICS

(noun)

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There are 4 meanings of the word Rhetorics.

Rhetorics - as a noun

Using language effectively to please or persuade

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
expressive stylestyle8
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

High-flown style; excessive use of verbal ornamentation

Example: "The grandiosity of his prose"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
grandiloquence27grandiosity16magniloquence27ornateness10
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
expressive stylestyle8
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Loud and confused and empty talk

Example: "Mere rhetoric"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
empty talkempty wordshot airpalaver12

Study of the technique and rules for using language effectively (especially in public speaking)

Example Sentences

"She studied the art of rhetorics in college."
"His speeches were often praised for their powerful rhetorics."
"The student wrote a persuasive essay analyzing the rhetorics used in the novel."
"The candidate's use of rhetorics helped win over undecided voters."
"Through the study of rhetorics, she became a skilled public speaker."
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Word Game Points

Is RHETORICS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, rhetorics is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

RHETORICS has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.

Is RHETORICS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, rhetorics is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
RHETORICS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 14.

Is RHETORICS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, rhetorics is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
RHETORICS has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.

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