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Rhetoric and Argumentation
Advanced tools of persuasion and argumentation.
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Words in this collection
- rhetoricnounˈrɛtərɪkThe art or skill of speaking or writing effectively and persuasively.
- argumentationnounˌɑr gyə mɛnˈteɪ ʃənThe process of reasoning systematically in support of an idea, action, or theory; the presentation and elaboration of arguments.
- dialecticnounˌdaɪəˈlɛktɪkA method of reasoning or argument that proceeds by examining and resolving contradictions between opposing ideas.
- syllogismnounˈsɪl əˌdʒɪz əmA form of reasoning in which a conclusion is drawn from two given or assumed propositions (premises); a common or middle term is present in both premises but absent from the conclusion.
- premisenounˈprɛm ɪsA statement or proposition that forms the basis for an argument or theory.
- conclusionnounkənˈkluːʒənthe final part of something; a judgement or decision reached after reasoning
- fallacyˈfæləsɪA mistaken belief or idea, especially one based on unsound reasoning.
- sophistrynounˈsɒfɪstrɪThe use of clever but false arguments, especially with the intention of deceiving or persuading someone.
- polemicadjectivepəˈlɛmɪsɪstA strong verbal or written attack on someone or something, or a controversial argument.
- hyperbolenounhaɪˈpɜr bə liA figure of speech involving intentional and obvious exaggeration not meant to be taken literally, used for emphasis or effect.
- litotesnounˈlaɪ təˌtizA figure of speech and form of verbal irony in which understatement is used to emphasize a point by stating a negative to affirm a positive.
- antithesisnounænˈtɪθ ə sɪsA person or thing that is the direct opposite of someone or something else; the exact contrast.
- oxymoronnounˌɒksɪˈmɔːrɒnA figure of speech that combines two contradictory or opposing ideas for rhetorical effect.
- paradoxnounˈpærəˌdɒksA statement or situation that seems contradictory or impossible but may be true or valid.
- ironynounˈaɪ rə niA situation or expression where the intended meaning is opposite to the literal meaning, often for humorous or emphatic effect.
- satirenounˈsæt aɪərThe use of humour, irony, exaggeration, or ridicule to expose and criticize people's stupidity or vices, particularly in the context of contemporary politics and other topical issues.
- metaphornounˈmɛt əˌfɔrA figure of speech in which a word or phrase is applied to an object or action to which it is not literally applicable, suggesting a likeness or analogy without using "like" or "as".
- similenounˈsɪmɪlɪA figure of speech that explicitly compares two unlike things, usually using 'like' or 'as'.
- personificationnounpərˌsɒn ə fɪˈkeɪ ʃənA literary or rhetorical device where abstract ideas, inanimate objects, or animals are given human qualities, characteristics, or abilities.
- allegorynounˈæl əˌgɔr iA story, poem, or picture which can be interpreted to reveal a hidden meaning, typically a moral or political one.
- allusionnounəˈluːʒənAn indirect reference to something, especially in literature, art, or popular culture, without explicitly stating it.
- analogyəˈnæl ə dʒiA comparison between two things, typically on the basis of their structure or function, to explain or clarify something.
- anaphoranounəˈnæfərəThe repetition of a word or phrase at the beginning of successive clauses or sentences for rhetorical effect.
- chiasmusnounkaɪˈæz məsA rhetorical or literary figure in which the order of words in one clause is reversed in a parallel clause.
- parallelismnounˈpærəlɛˌlɪzəmThe state or quality of being parallel; corresponding or matching elements in structure, position, or time.
- inversionnounĭn-vûr<strong>′</strong>zhənThe action of turning something upside down or reversing the order, position, direction, or relationship of things.
- ellipsisnounɪˈlɪp sɪsThe omission of words from a sentence or phrase that are understood from the context.
- juxtapositionnounˌdʒʌk stə pəˈzɪʃ ənThe act or an instance of placing two or more things side by side, often to compare, contrast, or create an interesting effect.
- contrastverb-transitivekənˈtræstA noticeable difference between people, ideas, or things, especially when they are compared or placed together.
- emphasisnounˈɛmfəsɪsSpecial importance, significance, or stress given to something.
- understatementnounˌʌn dərˈsteɪt məntA statement that describes something in a way that makes it seem less important, serious, or impressive than it really is, often for rhetorical effect.
- qualificationnounˌkwɒl ə fɪˈkeɪ ʃənA quality, skill, or achievement that makes a person suitable for a particular job or activity; an official record of such a quality or skill.
- concessionnounkənˈsɛʃ ənSomething granted or allowed, especially in response to a demand or as part of a compromise; the act of conceding.
- refutationnounˌrɛfjʊˈteɪʃənThe act of proving a statement, argument, or theory to be false or incorrect.
- rebuttalrɪˈbʌt lA statement or piece of evidence that contradicts or refutes a previous argument or accusation.
- corroborationnounkəˌrɒb əˈreɪ ʃənEvidence or testimony that confirms or strengthens a statement, theory, or finding.
- substantiationnounsəbˌstæn ʃiˈeɪ ʃənThe act of providing evidence or proof to support a claim or statement.
- persuasionnounpəˈsweɪʒənThe act, process, or skill of causing someone to believe or agree with something through reasoning or argument.
- manipulationnounməˌnɪp yəˈleɪ ʃənThe act of skilfully handling or controlling something or someone, often in a clever or unfair way to achieve a desired outcome.
- appealnounəˈpiːlA formal or urgent request for a decision, action, or help; the power to attract or be interesting.
- ethosnounˈi θɒsThe fundamental character or spirit of a culture, group, or organisation, as revealed through its guiding beliefs, attitudes, and values.
- pathosnounˈpeɪθɒsA quality in a real situation or a work of art, film, speech, etc., that evokes a feeling of pity, sadness, or compassionate sorrow.
- logosnounˈlɒɡɒsThe rational principle, reason, or logical argument that governs the universe; in rhetoric, the appeal to logic and reason in persuasion.
- credibilitynounˌkrɛd əˈbɪl ɪ tiThe quality of being trusted and believed in.
- authoritynounɔːˈθɒrɪtɪThe official power or right to give orders, make decisions, and enforce obedience; a person or organization having such power.
- evidencenounˈɛvɪdənsSomething, such as a fact, object, or statement, that helps prove whether something is true or real, especially in a formal investigation, argument, or academic context.
- demonstrationnounˌdɛmənˈstreɪʃənA public exhibition or display showing how something works or proving something; a public march or meeting expressing strong opposition to something.
- illustrationnounˌɪləˈstreɪʃənA picture, drawing, or diagram that helps explain or decorate a text.
- exemplificationnounɪgˌzɛm plə fɪˈkeɪ ʃənThe act or process of illustrating a point or principle by providing a clear example.