Rhetorical Devices

Rhetorical Devices

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English

University

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Rayan Saleem

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1.

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The exact point of disagreement in a debate, such as "Is human activity the main cause of global warming?" in a climate change debate.

Back

Stasis

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Using the opportune moment to make a point, like in a graduation speech: 'As we stand on the brink of a new chapter...' emphasizing transition.

Back

Kairos

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Exaggeration for emphasis, e.g., 'I’ve told you a million times!'

Back

Hyperbole

4.

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Front

A part representing the whole, e.g., "All hands on deck!" where "hands" represents sailors.

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Synecdoche

5.

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Front

Using a descriptive phrase instead of a simple term, e.g., 'the four-legged companion of humans' instead of 'dog'.

Back

Periphrasis

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Mentioning something by stating you won't mention it, e.g., 'I won’t even mention how late you were.'

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Paralipsis

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

An argument where a premise is implied, e.g., 'He’s a doctor, so he must be intelligent.' (implies doctors are intelligent).

Back

Enthymeme

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