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rhetoric

/ˈrɛtərɪk/ /ˈrɛtɪk/

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noun

修辞， Rhetoric，辞藻

The art of using language, especially public speaking, as a means to persuade.

Examples :

"The politician used skillful rhetoric to convince voters that his policies would improve the economy. "

那位政客运用娴熟的修辞技巧来说服选民，让他们相信他的政策能改善经济。

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noun

空洞的华丽辞藻，夸夸其谈

Meaningless language with an exaggerated style intended to impress.

Examples :

"It’s only so much rhetoric."

这不过是些空洞的华丽辞藻罢了。

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adjective

修辞的，花言巧语的

Part of or similar to rhetoric, the use of language as a means to persuade.

Examples :

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

反问句只是为了阐明观点而提出的问题，并不期待回答。(Fǎnwènjù zhǐshì wèile chǎnmíng guāndiǎn ér tíchū de wèntí, bìng bù qīdài huídá.)

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adjective

空洞的，华而不实的

Not earnest, or presented only for the purpose of an argument.

Examples :

"The politician's speech was full of rhetoric, but lacked any concrete plans for improving the city. "

这位政客的演讲充满了空洞的辞藻，但缺乏任何改善城市的具体计划。

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