Epizeuxis is the emphatic repetition of a word, with no other words in between. It’s used to highlight a strong…
Euphony refers to the quality of being pleasing to the ear, especially through a harmonious combination of words. It's a…
Exordium—the introductory part of a speech, where you set the stage and prepare your audience for what’s to come. The…
To extemporize is to speak or perform without preparation. Essentially, it's improvising. This skill is invaluable for speakers who need…
Epistrophe is used to emphasize a point and create a memorable rhythm in speech. A classic example comes from Abraham…
A diatribe is a forceful and bitter verbal attack. It’s often a prolonged discourse full of passion and anger, making…
Epithet—a descriptive phrase that expresses a characteristic of the person or thing mentioned. It’s used to add to a person’s…
A demagogue is a political leader who seeks support by appealing to popular desires and prejudices rather than through rational…
Ethos—a rhetorical device that refers to the credibility or ethical appeal of the speaker. Ethos is crucial to persuading an…
A harangue is a lengthy and aggressive speech, typically used to express a strong opinion and persuade or rally an…
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