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rhetorical

The correct spelling is rhetorical.

How to pronounce rhetorical

/ɹəˈtɒɹ.ɪ.kəl/
adjective

IPA: /ɹəˈtɒɹ.ɪ.kəl/

Say it like: Rhe-tor-ica-l

The correct spelling is rhetorical. Part of or similar to rhetoric, the use of language as a means to persuade. For example: "A rhetorical question is one used merely to make a point, with no response expected."

Usage Examples

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

Definition

adjective

  1. 1.Part of or similar to rhetoric, the use of language as a means to persuade.
  2. 2.Not earnest, or presented only for the purpose of an argument.

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