Rhetorical Terms Practice

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Denotation

The literal or primary meaning of a word, as opposed to the feelings or ideas that the word suggests. It is the specific, direct meaning found in a dictionary.

Diction

the choice and use of words in speech or writing.

Didactic

intended to teach, particularly in having moral instruction as an ulterior motive.

Epistrophe

the repetition of a word or phrase at the end of successive clauses or sentences, often used for emphasis or poetic effect.

Euphemism

a mild or indirect word or expression used in place of one that may be considered harsh or blunt.

Exposition

the systematic explanation of a story's background, setting, and characters, typically found at the beginning of a narrative.

Extended metaphor

a comparison between two unlike things that extends over multiple lines or throughout a work, often used to create deeper meaning or insight.

Figurative language

language that uses figures of speech to convey meanings beyond the literal.

Figure of speech

a word or phrase used in a non-literal sense to convey meaning or create a rhetorical effect.

Generic conventions

The shared features, setting, character types, and the style that define a specific category of text or media

Genre

A category or classification of literary, artistic, or musical works characterized by a particular style, form, or content.

Homily

A sermon or lecture delivered to offer moral or spiritual guidance, or any serious moralizing talk or writing.

Hyperbole

An intentional and obvious exaggeration used for emphasis or rhetorical effect, not intended to be taken literally.

Imagery

Descriptive or figurative language that appeals to the physical senses to create vivid mental pictures and sensory experiences.