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9959346992Rhetoricthe 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
9959346993BombasticHigh sounding but with little meaning; inflated;grandiloquent.1
9959346994EthosAppeal based on the character of speaker. Meaning convincing someone of the character or credibility of the persuader (speaker).2
9959346995LogosAn appeal to logic or reason. For example scholarly documents.3
9959346996PathosAppeal on emotion. The quality that evokes pity or sadness.4
9959346997CapriciousImpulsive; unpredictable. Sudden and unaccountable changes of mood or behavior.5
9959346998ToneWriter's attitude, mood or moral outlook toward the subject and/or the readers.6
9959346999Appealthe power of arousing a sympathetic response, to arouse a sympathetic response.7
9959347000ArgumentDiscourse intended to persuade; process of reasoning; exchange of diverging/ opposite views.8
9959347001Colloquialism (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
9959347002Connotationand idea or feeling that a word evokes in addition to its literal or primary meaning. Words imply or suggest qualities, attributes, and characteristics.10
9959347003Apathylack of interest, enthusiasm or concern. No emotion11
9959347004DialectA variety of language confined to a region or group, manner or means of expressing oneself.12
9959347005UnderstatementStatement which says less than is really meant. Opposite of hyperbole. Made smaller, worse, or less important than really is. Minimizing.13
9959347006HyperboleDeliberate and obvious exaggeration for effect.14
9959347007Anecdotea short and amusing or interesting story about a real person or incident.15
9959347008CondescendingHaving or feeling superior. patronizing or assuming superiority.16
9959347009VoiceAn authors distinctive literary style, basic vision and general attitude toward the world. Revealed through the use of Syntax, Diction, Punctuation, Characterization, and Dialogue.17
9959347010SyntaxSentence construction18
9959347011DictionAuthor's choice of words. Distinctive vocabulary.19
9959347012AssertionA 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
9959347013Cogent(of an argument or case) clear, logical, and convincing.21
9959347014Coherent(of an argument, theory, or policy) logical and consistent22
9959347015Cohesivecharacterized by or causing cohesion (act or state of being uniting, cohering, or sticking together).23
9959347016Didacticintended to teach, particularly in having moral instruction as an ulterior motive.24
9959347017Discoursewritten or spoken communication or debate. (verb) speak or write authoritatively about a topic.25
9959347018Eloquencefluent or persuasive speaking or writing.26
9959347019Fluidable to flow easily.27
9959347020implicationthe conclusion that can be drawn from something, although it is not explicitly stated.28
9959347021lucidexpressed clearly; easy to understand29
9959347022rhetora teacher of rhetoric30
9959347023Arbitera person who settles a dispute or has ultimate authority in a matter31
9959347024Biasedunfairly prejudiced for or against something or someone.32
9959347025Exculpateshow or declare that (someone) is not guilty of wrongdoing33
9959347026Impartialtreating all rivals or disputants equally; fair and just.34
9959347027Incontrovertiblenot able to be denied or disputed.35
9959347028Integritythe quality of being honest and having strong moral principles; moral uprightness.36
9959347029Objectivitythe quality of being objective; justice; neutrality37
9959347030Plausible(of an argument or statement) seeming reasonable or probable.38
9959347031Substantiatedprovide evidence to support or prove that truth of.39
9959347032vindicatedclear (something) of blame or suspicion.40
9959347033CondescendingHaving or feeling superior. patronizing or assuming superiority.41
9959347034Contemptuousshowing contempt; scornful42
9959347035Despoticof, relating to, or characteristics of a despot (ruler with total power; usually unfair)43
9959347036Dictatorialof or typical of a ruler with total control44
9959347037Disdainthe feeling that someone or something is unworthy of one's consideration or respect; contempt.45
9959347038Haughtyarrogantly superior and disdainful.46
9959347039Imperiousassuming power or authority without justification; arrogant and domineering.47
9959347040Patronizingtreat with an apparent kindness that betrays a feeling of superiority.48
9959347041Listlesslacking energy or enthusiasm.49
9959347042Melancholya feeling of pensive sadness, typically with no obvious cause.50
9959347043Torpora state of physical or mental inactivity51
9959347044alliancea relationship based on an affinity in interests, nature, or qualities.52
9959347045disparitya great difference, imbalance.53
9959347046impingehave an affect or impact, especially a negative one. Influence.54
9959347047Paradoxa state or proposition that, despite reasoning, leads to a conclusion that seems senseless, logically unacceptable, self-contradictory.55
9959347048allusionan expression to call something to mind without mentioning it exactly; an indirect or passing reference.56
9959347049parallelismthe act of being parallel or corresponding in some way.57
9959347050indolentwanting to avoid activity or exertion; lazy.58
9959347051insipid.lacking flavor, vigor or interest.59
9959347052lamenta passionate expression or grief or sorrow.60
9959347053Sanctiona threatening penalty for disobeying a law or rule61
9959347054servilehaving or showing an excessive willingness to serve or please others.62
9959347055suppressedforcibly to an end to.63
9959347056Embellishmake (something) more attractive by the addition of decorative details or features.64
9959347057floridhaving a red or flushed complexion65
9959347058opulentostentatiously rich and luxurious or lavish66
9959347059ornatemade in an intricate shape or decorated with complex patterns.67
9959347060ostentatiouscharacterized by vulgar or pretentious display; designed to impress or attract notice.68
9959347061poignantevoking a keen sense or sadness or regret.69
9959347062Ebulliencethe quality of being cheerful and full of energy; exuberance.70
9959347063effusiveexpressing feelings of gratitude, pleasure, or approval in an unrestrained or heartfelt manner.71
9959347064egregiousoutstandingly bad; shocking.72
9959347065freneticfast and energetic in a rather wild and uncontrolled way.73
9959347066gratuitousuncalled for; lacking good reason; unwarranted74
9959347067flagrant(of something considered wrong or immoral) conspicuously or obviously offensive75
9959347068superfluousunnecessary, especially through being more than enough.76
9959347069convolutedextremely complex and difficult to follow (especially or a story, sentence, or argument).77
9959347070cryptichaving a meaning that is mysterious or obscure78
9959347071Obscureuncertain; not discovered or know about.79
9959347072futileincapable of producing any useful result; pointless.80
9959347073impededelay or prevent by obstructing them; hinder.81
9959347074quandarya state of perplexity or uncertainty over what what to do in a difficult situation.82
9959347075alleviatemake (suffering or a problem) less severe.83
9959347076asylumthe 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
9959347077auspiciousconductive to success; favorable.85
9959347078benevolentwell meaning and kindly86
9959347079benigngentle, kindly.87
9959347080Mollifyappease the anger or anxiety of (someone)88
9959347081reclamationreclaiming; reformation, recovery. (or it can be land obtained from water)89
9959347082SanctionApproval or permission for an action90
9959347083DubiousNot to be relied upon; suspect (hesitating or doubting)91
9959347084Fabricatedinvent or concoct (something), typically with deceitful intent92
9959347085Hypocrisythe practice of claiming to have moral standards or beliefs to which one's own behavior does not conform; pretense93
9959347086Slandermake false and damaging statements about (someone).94
9959347087spuriousnot being what it purports to be; false or fake95
9959347088Astutehaving or showing an ability to accurately assess situations or people and turn this to one's advantage96
9959347089clandestineoperation is an intelligence or millitary operation carried out in such a way that the operation goes unnoticed by the general population97
9959347090disingenuousnot candid or sincere, typically by pretending that one knows less about something than one really does.98
9959347091rusean action intended to deceive someone; a trick99
9959347092stratagema plan or scheme, especially one used to outwit an opponent or achieve an end100
9959347093surreptitiouskept secret, especially because it would not be approved of.101
9959347094waryfeeling or showing caution about possible dangers or problems102
9959347095wilyskilled at gaining an advantage, especially deceitfully.103
9959347096inconsequentialnot important or significant104
9959347097superficialexisting or occurring at or on the surface. (appearing to be true or real only until examined more closely).105
9959347098tenuousvery weak or slight >( small in degree).106
9959347099trivialof little value or importance107
9959347100coupa sudden, violent, and illegal seizure of power from a government.108
9959347101Ambiguous(of language) open to more than one interpretation; having a double meaning.109
9959347102ambivalenthaving mixed feelings or contradictory ideas about something or someone.110
9959347103apatheticshowing or feeling no interest, enthusiasm, or concern.111
9959347104Arbitrarybased on random choice or personal whim, rather than any reason or system.112
9959347105capriciousgiven to sudden and unaccountable changes of mood or behavior113
9959347106equivocateuse ambiguous language so as to conceal the truth or avoid committing oneself.114
9959347107indifferenthaving no particular interest or sympathy; unconcerned.115
9959347108whimsicalplayfully quaint or fanciful, especially in an appealing and amusing way116
9959347109assiduousshowing great care and perseverance117
9959347110compellingevoking interest, attention, or admiration in a powerfully irresistible way118
9959347111diligenthaving or showing care and conscientiousness in one's work or duties119
9959347112doggedhaving or showing tenacity and grim persistence.120
9959347113enduresuffer (something painful or difficult) patiently121
9959347114intrepidfearless; adventurous (often used for rhetorical or humorous effect)122
9959347115maverickan unorthodox or independent-minded person123
9959347116obduratestubbornly refusing to change one's opinion or course of action124
9959347117obstinatestubbornly refusing to change one's opinion or chosen course of action, despite attempts to persuade one to do so125
9959347118proliferateincrease rapidly in numbers; multiply126
9959347119tenacitythe quality or fact of being able to grip something firmly; grip.127
9959347120vitalitythe state of being strong and active; energy128
9959347121assimilationthe process by which a person or a group's language and/or culture come to resemble those of another group129
9959347122consensusgeneral agreement.130
9959347123contextthe set of facts or circumstances that surround a situation.131
9959347124derivedobtain something from (a specified source)132
9959347125incumbentnecessary for (someone) as a duty or responsibility.133
9959347126inevitablecertain to happen; unavoidable134
9959347127malleableeasily influenced; pliable135
9959347128subdueovercome, quieten, or bring under control (a feeling or person)136
9959347129Inoculatemedical : to give (a person or animal) a weakened form of a disease in order to prevent infection by the disease137
9959347130Lurid: 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
9959347131Putrefyingto be slowly destroyed by natural processes : to rot and become putrid139
9959347132Somnolent1 : of a kind likely to induce sleep 2 a : inclined to or heavy with sleep : drowsy140
9959347133Dourserious and unfriendly : silent and gloomy141
9959347134Errantserious and unfriendly : silent and gloomy142
9959347135Bewildered1 : to cause to lose one's bearings 2 : to perplex or confuse especially by a complexity, variety, or multitude of objects or considerations143
9959347136Astroturfed—used for an artificial surface that resembles grass144
9959347137GeriatricAn old person y145
9959347138Tromped1 : tramp 1 2 : to step hard : stamp 146
9959347139Connoisseur: a person who knows a lot about something (such as art, wine, food, etc.) : an expert in a particular subject147
9959347140Attestingto show, prove, or state that something is true or real148
9959347141Soporific: causing a person to become tired and ready to fall asleep149

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