rhetorical
/ɹɪˈtɒɹ.ɪ.kəl/adj
High School
1
Part of or similar to rhetoric, the use of language as a means to persuade.
2
Not earnest, or presented only for the purpose of an argument.
Sound Patterns & Rhymes
Alliteration
Words starting with the same consonant sound — used in poetry and prose to create rhythm, emphasis, and memorable phrasing (e.g. “Peter Piper picked”)
Assonance
Words sharing similar vowel sounds regardless of starting letter — creates internal melody in writing