Definition and Synonyms for Rhetorical

Definition of Rhetorical

1. Of or relating to rhetoric Adjective
2. Given to rhetoric, emphasizing style at the expense of thought Adjective

Semanticaly linked words with "rhetorical"

Antonyms to adjective "rhetorical"

unrhetorical

Lexical Analysis for "rhetorical"

unrhetorical
Adjective
antonym
1
1. not rhetorical
rhetoric
Noun
pertainym
1
1. using language effectively to please or persuade
rhetoric
Noun
derivation
2
1. study of the technique and rules for using language effectively (especially in public speaking)
2. study of the technique and rules for using language effectively (especially in public speaking)

Etymology for rhetorical

has derived form rhetoric
etymology nonrhetorical
etymology rhetoricalness
etymologically related rhetoric
etymologically related rhetorical question
etymologically related rhetorically
etymological origin of rhetoricus [Latin]