rhetoric

/R EH1 T ER0 IH0 K/

noun

1
The art of using language, especially public speaking, as a means to persuade.
2
Meaningless language with an exaggerated style intended to impress.
“It’s only so much rhetoric.”

Synonyms

adjective

1
Part of or similar to rhetoric, the use of language as a means to persuade.
“A rhetorical question is one used merely to make a point, with no response expected.”
2
Not earnest, or presented only for the purpose of an argument.

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