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9954689220Rhetoricthe art of effective or persuasive speaking or writing, especially with the use of figures of speech and other compositional techniques. (The very act of defending has itself been a central part of rhetoric).0
9954689221BombasticHigh sounding but with little meaning; inflated;grandiloquent.1
9954689222EthosAppeal based on the character of speaker. Meaning convincing someone of the character or credibility of the persuader (speaker).2
9954689223LogosAn appeal to logic or reason. For example scholarly documents.3
9954689224PathosAppeal on emotion. The quality that evokes pity or sadness.4
9954689225CapriciousImpulsive; unpredictable. Sudden and unaccountable changes of mood or behavior.5
9954689226ToneWriter's attitude, mood or moral outlook toward the subject and/or the readers.6
9954689227Appealthe power of arousing a sympathetic response, to arouse a sympathetic response.7
9954689228ArgumentDiscourse intended to persuade; process of reasoning; exchange of diverging/ opposite views.8
9954689229Colloquialism (Colloquial)a word or phrase that is not formal or literary. It is still used in literature to provide a sense of actual conversation and the use of pronunciation, grammar, and vocabulary of everyday speech.9
9954689230Connotationand idea or feeling that a word evokes in addition to its literal or primary meaning. Words imply or suggest qualities, attributes, and characteristics.10
9954689231Apathylack of interest, enthusiasm or concern. No emotion11
9954689232DialectA variety of language confined to a region or group, manner or means of expressing oneself.12
9954689233UnderstatementStatement which says less than is really meant. Opposite of hyperbole. Made smaller, worse, or less important than really is. Minimizing.13
9954689234HyperboleDeliberate and obvious exaggeration for effect.14
9954689235Anecdotea short and amusing or interesting story about a real person or incident.15
9954689236CondescendingHaving or feeling superior. patronizing or assuming superiority.16
9954689237VoiceAn authors distinctive literary style, basic vision and general attitude toward the world. Revealed through the use of Syntax, Diction, Punctuation, Characterization, and Dialogue.17
9954689238SyntaxSentence construction18
9954689239DictionAuthor's choice of words. Distinctive vocabulary.19
9954689240AssertionA confident and forceful statement of fact or belief. A declaration that's made em pathetically in an argument as it to be understood as a statement of fact.20
9954689241Cogent(of an argument or case) clear, logical, and convincing.21
9954689242Coherent(of an argument, theory, or policy) logical and consistent22
9954689243Cohesivecharacterized by or causing cohesion (act or state of being uniting, cohering, or sticking together).23
9954689244Didacticintended to teach, particularly in having moral instruction as an ulterior motive.24
9954689245Discoursewritten or spoken communication or debate. (verb) speak or write authoritatively about a topic.25
9954689246Eloquencefluent or persuasive speaking or writing.26
9954689247Fluidable to flow easily.27
9954689248implicationthe conclusion that can be drawn from something, although it is not explicitly stated.28
9954689249lucidexpressed clearly; easy to understand29
9954689250rhetora teacher of rhetoric30
9954689251Arbitera person who settles a dispute or has ultimate authority in a matter31
9954689252Biasedunfairly prejudiced for or against something or someone.32
9954689253Exculpateshow or declare that (someone) is not guilty of wrongdoing33
9954689254Impartialtreating all rivals or disputants equally; fair and just.34
9954689255Incontrovertiblenot able to be denied or disputed.35
9954689256Integritythe quality of being honest and having strong moral principles; moral uprightness.36
9954689257Objectivitythe quality of being objective; justice; neutrality37
9954689258Plausible(of an argument or statement) seeming reasonable or probable.38
9954689259Substantiatedprovide evidence to support or prove that truth of.39
9954689260vindicatedclear (something) of blame or suspicion.40
9954689261CondescendingHaving or feeling superior. patronizing or assuming superiority.41
9954689262Contemptuousshowing contempt; scornful42
9954689263Despoticof, relating to, or characteristics of a despot (ruler with total power; usually unfair)43
9954689264Dictatorialof or typical of a ruler with total control44
9954689265Disdainthe feeling that someone or something is unworthy of one's consideration or respect; contempt.45
9954689266Haughtyarrogantly superior and disdainful.46
9954689267Imperiousassuming power or authority without justification; arrogant and domineering.47
9954689268Patronizingtreat with an apparent kindness that betrays a feeling of superiority.48
9954689269Listlesslacking energy or enthusiasm.49
9954689270Melancholya feeling of pensive sadness, typically with no obvious cause.50
9954689271Torpora state of physical or mental inactivity51
9954689272alliancea relationship based on an affinity in interests, nature, or qualities.52
9954689273disparitya great difference, imbalance.53
9954689274impingehave an affect or impact, especially a negative one. Influence.54
9954689275Paradoxa state or proposition that, despite reasoning, leads to a conclusion that seems senseless, logically unacceptable, self-contradictory.55
9954689276allusionan expression to call something to mind without mentioning it exactly; an indirect or passing reference.56
9954689277parallelismthe act of being parallel or corresponding in some way.57
9954689278indolentwanting to avoid activity or exertion; lazy.58
9954689279insipid.lacking flavor, vigor or interest.59
9954689280lamenta passionate expression or grief or sorrow.60
9954689281Sanctiona threatening penalty for disobeying a law or rule61
9954689282servilehaving or showing an excessive willingness to serve or please others.62
9954689283suppressedforcibly to an end to.63
9954689284Embellishmake (something) more attractive by the addition of decorative details or features.64
9954689285floridhaving a red or flushed complexion65
9954689286opulentostentatiously rich and luxurious or lavish66
9954689287ornatemade in an intricate shape or decorated with complex patterns.67
9954689288ostentatiouscharacterized by vulgar or pretentious display; designed to impress or attract notice.68
9954689289poignantevoking a keen sense or sadness or regret.69
9954689290Ebulliencethe quality of being cheerful and full of energy; exuberance.70
9954689291effusiveexpressing feelings of gratitude, pleasure, or approval in an unrestrained or heartfelt manner.71
9954689292egregiousoutstandingly bad; shocking.72
9954689293freneticfast and energetic in a rather wild and uncontrolled way.73
9954689294gratuitousuncalled for; lacking good reason; unwarranted74
9954689295flagrant(of something considered wrong or immoral) conspicuously or obviously offensive75
9954689296superfluousunnecessary, especially through being more than enough.76
9954689297convolutedextremely complex and difficult to follow (especially or a story, sentence, or argument).77
9954689298cryptichaving a meaning that is mysterious or obscure78
9954689299Obscureuncertain; not discovered or know about.79
9954689300futileincapable of producing any useful result; pointless.80
9954689301impededelay or prevent by obstructing them; hinder.81
9954689302quandarya state of perplexity or uncertainty over what what to do in a difficult situation.82
9954689303alleviatemake (suffering or a problem) less severe.83
9954689304asylumthe protection granted by a nation to someone who has left their native country as a political refugee. ( or it can be a mental hospital).84
9954689305auspiciousconductive to success; favorable.85
9954689306benevolentwell meaning and kindly86
9954689307benigngentle, kindly.87
9954689308Mollifyappease the anger or anxiety of (someone)88
9954689309reclamationreclaiming; reformation, recovery. (or it can be land obtained from water)89
9954689310SanctionApproval or permission for an action90
9954689311DubiousNot to be relied upon; suspect (hesitating or doubting)91
9954689312Fabricatedinvent or concoct (something), typically with deceitful intent92
9954689313Hypocrisythe practice of claiming to have moral standards or beliefs to which one's own behavior does not conform; pretense93
9954689314Slandermake false and damaging statements about (someone).94
9954689315spuriousnot being what it purports to be; false or fake95
9954689316Astutehaving or showing an ability to accurately assess situations or people and turn this to one's advantage96
9954689317clandestineoperation is an intelligence or millitary operation carried out in such a way that the operation goes unnoticed by the general population97
9954689318disingenuousnot candid or sincere, typically by pretending that one knows less about something than one really does.98
9954689319rusean action intended to deceive someone; a trick99
9954689320stratagema plan or scheme, especially one used to outwit an opponent or achieve an end100
9954689321surreptitiouskept secret, especially because it would not be approved of.101
9954689322waryfeeling or showing caution about possible dangers or problems102
9954689323wilyskilled at gaining an advantage, especially deceitfully.103
9954689324inconsequentialnot important or significant104
9954689325superficialexisting or occurring at or on the surface. (appearing to be true or real only until examined more closely).105
9954689326tenuousvery weak or slight >( small in degree).106
9954689327trivialof little value or importance107
9954689328coupa sudden, violent, and illegal seizure of power from a government.108
9954689329Ambiguous(of language) open to more than one interpretation; having a double meaning.109
9954689330ambivalenthaving mixed feelings or contradictory ideas about something or someone.110
9954689331apatheticshowing or feeling no interest, enthusiasm, or concern.111
9954689332Arbitrarybased on random choice or personal whim, rather than any reason or system.112
9954689333capriciousgiven to sudden and unaccountable changes of mood or behavior113
9954689334equivocateuse ambiguous language so as to conceal the truth or avoid committing oneself.114
9954689335indifferenthaving no particular interest or sympathy; unconcerned.115
9954689336whimsicalplayfully quaint or fanciful, especially in an appealing and amusing way116
9954689337assiduousshowing great care and perseverance117
9954689338compellingevoking interest, attention, or admiration in a powerfully irresistible way118
9954689339diligenthaving or showing care and conscientiousness in one's work or duties119
9954689340doggedhaving or showing tenacity and grim persistence.120
9954689341enduresuffer (something painful or difficult) patiently121
9954689342intrepidfearless; adventurous (often used for rhetorical or humorous effect)122
9954689343maverickan unorthodox or independent-minded person123
9954689344obduratestubbornly refusing to change one's opinion or course of action124
9954689345obstinatestubbornly refusing to change one's opinion or chosen course of action, despite attempts to persuade one to do so125
9954689346proliferateincrease rapidly in numbers; multiply126
9954689347tenacitythe quality or fact of being able to grip something firmly; grip.127
9954689348vitalitythe state of being strong and active; energy128
9954689349assimilationthe process by which a person or a group's language and/or culture come to resemble those of another group129
9954689350consensusgeneral agreement.130
9954689351contextthe set of facts or circumstances that surround a situation.131
9954689352derivedobtain something from (a specified source)132
9954689353incumbentnecessary for (someone) as a duty or responsibility.133
9954689354inevitablecertain to happen; unavoidable134
9954689355malleableeasily influenced; pliable135
9954689356subdueovercome, quieten, or bring under control (a feeling or person)136
9954689357Inoculatemedical : to give (a person or animal) a weakened form of a disease in order to prevent infection by the disease137
9954689358Lurid: causing shock or disgust : involving sex or violence in a way that is meant to be shocking : shining or glowing with a bright and unpleasant color138
9954689359Putrefyingto be slowly destroyed by natural processes : to rot and become putrid139
9954689360Somnolent1 : of a kind likely to induce sleep 2 a : inclined to or heavy with sleep : drowsy140
9954689361Dourserious and unfriendly : silent and gloomy141
9954689362Errantserious and unfriendly : silent and gloomy142
9954689363Bewildered1 : to cause to lose one's bearings 2 : to perplex or confuse especially by a complexity, variety, or multitude of objects or considerations143
9954689364Astroturfed—used for an artificial surface that resembles grass144
9954689365GeriatricAn old person y145
9954689366Tromped1 : tramp 1 2 : to step hard : stamp 146
9954689367Connoisseur: a person who knows a lot about something (such as art, wine, food, etc.) : an expert in a particular subject147
9954689368Attestingto show, prove, or state that something is true or real148
9954689369Soporific: causing a person to become tired and ready to fall asleep149

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