Rhetorical Devices
This rhetorical device involves the inversion of parallel phrases, often for emphasis.
What is chiasmus?
This rhetorical device involves posing a question and then immediately providing the answer.
What is hypophora?
In Martin Luther King Jr.’s "I Have a Dream" speech, the repeated phrase "I have a dream" illustrates this device.
What is anaphora?
Using unnecessarily wordy language to describe a simple concept is a common pitfall in writing known as this.
What is circumlocution?
Known for creating rhythm, this term refers to the repetition of a word or phrase at the beginning of successive clauses.
What is anaphora?
The repetition of the last word of a clause at the beginning of the next clause is known as this.
What is anadiplosis?
This term is illustrated by saying, "She’s not the worst cook," to subtly imply she is quite good.
What is litotes?
This rhetorical device allows a speaker to suggest an argument without stating all premises explicitly, requiring the audience to fill in the gaps.
What is an enthymeme?
This rhetorical strategy presents either-or options in an argument. "You are either with us or against us"
What is dialysis?
This form of argument typically includes an unstated premise, relying on the audience's understanding.
What is an enthymeme?
A speaker might use this device to ask, "What can we do to address climate change?" and then provide solutions.
What is hypophora?
By comparing two contrasting ideas in a debate, one can clarify their position using this technique.
What is syncrisis?
Using indirect or wordy language to describe something simple, often to avoid a straightforward answer, is known as this.
What is circumlocution?
This rhetorical strategy makes a rapid transition from one point to the next to change the subject.
What is metastasis?
The phrase "Fear leads to anger; anger leads to hate" exemplifies this device, repeating the last word of a clause.
What is anadiplosis?
The phrase "Never let a Fool Kiss You or a Kiss Fool You" employs which rhetorical device?
What is chiasmus?
This figure of speech employs understatement, often using a double negative to affirm a positive statement.
What is litotes?
This rhetorical technique clarifies or supports an argument by presenting two contrasting ideas side by side.
What is syncrisis?
This rhetorical technique can be useful in arguments by presenting an either-or choice, or spelling out alternatives.
What is dialysis?
If a speaker wants to sidestep an issue, they may use this rhetorical device.
What is metastasis?