rhetorical
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/rɪˈtɔːrɪkl/
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/rɪˈtɒrɪkl/
A question asked to make a point, not to get an answer.
He used a rhetorical question to emphasize his point without expecting a reply.
Meant to persuade people, but not fully honest.
His rhetorical speech was persuasive but not entirely truthful.
Related to the skill of effective speaking or writing.
Her rhetorical style made her speeches very engaging.