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retorikku
noun

English Meaning(s) for レトリック

noun
  1. rhetoric

Definition and Synonyms for レトリック

Rhetoric study of the technique and rules for using language effectively (especially in public speaking)
Synonyms: レトリック, 修辞学
Palaver loud and confused and empty talk
Synonyms: レトリック, 無駄話
Magniloquence high-flown style
Synonyms: レトリック, 壮言大語, 大言壮語, 長大
Rhetoric using language effectively to please or persuade
Synonyms: レトリック
Magniloquence excessive use of verbal ornamentation
Synonyms: レトリック, 壮言大語, 大言壮語, 長大

Categories レトリック is a member of

Literary Study the humanistic study of literature
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Meaninglessness a message that seems to convey no meaning
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Expressive Style a way of expressing something (in language or art or music etc.) that is characteristic of a particular person or group of people or period
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Sample Sentences for レトリック

But it's the rhetoric of failure.

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