AP Rhetorical Terms Review - Set #2

refers to ideas of concepts which are perceived through the mind; refers to intangible things with no physical reference

pompous, pretentious, or boastful talk/writing; can turn people off because it is more elaborate than is justified

discussing the similarities and differences between 2 things to further some persuasive or illustrative purpose

the persona adopted by the author to deliver their message; may or may not actually be the same person as the author

a long, grammatically correct sentence that presents its central meaning in a main clause at the end

combining sources or ideas in a coherent way in the purpose of a larger point

the use of informal words, phrases, or slang by writers who are influenced by the way people speak in a region/society

the listener, viewer, or reader of a text

language that means exactly what it says. It is not perceived as metaphorical, symbolic, or ironic

an extreme exaggeration

When an author appeals to one or more of the 5 senses through the use of vivid details or descriptions

the relationship between the author, the audience, the text/message, and the context

a word that imitates the natural sounds of a thing; it creates a sound effect that mimics the thing it describes

A figure of speech employed by writers/speakers to intentionally make something seem less important or severe than it is

refers to tangible things that are perceived through the 5 senses; language that describes observable things/qualities

occurs when a speaker/narrator says 1 thing while meaning the opposite

a mild, indirect, or vague term or phrase that is used to avoid a term that is considered harsh, blunt, or offensive

rhetorical/literary devices used to be more effective, persuasive, and impactful; express ideas in fresh, vivid ways

a statement of truth or opinion expressed in a concise and witty manner

a writer or speaker's choice of words

the ideas, feelings, or meaning associated with or suggested by a word, in addtion to its literal meaning

the literal meaning of a word; the dictionary definition

specific words/language used by a particular group/profession; often difficult for those outside the group to understand

a deliberate attempt to be vague or evasive; talking around a subject instead of answering a question directly