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rhetorical

rhe·tor·i·cal [ ri táwrik'l ]


adjective 
Definition:
 
1. of effective use of language: relating to the skill of using language effectively and persuasively

2. bombastic: relating to or using language that is elaborate or fine-sounding but insincere


rhe·tor·i·cal·ly adverb
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