rhetorically
/rɪˈtɔrɪkli/
adverb
- In a way that relates to the art of speaking or writing effectively.
- The speech was rhetorically powerful, moving the audience to tears.
- She argued rhetorically, using clever language to win the debate.
- The advertisement was rhetorically designed to appeal to emotions.
- Used to describe a question that is asked for effect, not for an answer.
- The teacher posed the question rhetorically to make the students think.
- “Do you think I care?” she asked rhetorically.
- He spoke rhetorically, not expecting anyone to respond.
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