Rhetorical analysis terms 1-30 Flashcards
Explaining something complex by comparing it to something more simple
Analogy
The combination of reasons, evidence, etc that an author uses to convince an audience of their position
Argument
Three different methods of appealing to an audience to convince them- ethos, pathos, logos
Aristotelian appeals
The writers personal views or feelings about the subject at hand
Attitude
Who the author is directing his or her message towards
Audience
Discussing the similarities and differences between two things to some persuasive or illustrative purpose
Compare and contrast
The implied meaning of a word; words can broadly have positive, negative, or neutral connotations
Connotation
The extra textual environment in which the text is being delivered
Context
The argument against the authors purpose
counterargument
A form of logical reasoning where in a general principle is applied to a specific case
Deductive reasoning
The literal, dictionary definition meaning of a word
Denotation
The style of langue used; generally tailored to be appropriate to the audience and situation
Diction
Setting up a source as credible and trustworthy
Ethos
The information presented meant to Persuade the audiences of the authors position
Evidence
An issue, problem, or situation that causes or prompts someone to write or speak
Exigence
The use of language in a non literal way (metaphor/ simile)
Figurative language
The specific type of work being presented
Genre
Any descriptive language use to evoke a vivid sense or image of something; includes figurative language
Imagery
When something is suggested without being concretely states
Implication
Making a generalization based on specific evidence at hand
Inductive reasoning
In the most basic sense, saying the opposite of what you mean; also used to describe situations in which the results of an action are dramatically different than intended
Irony
Placing two very different things together for effect
Juxtaposition
Appealing to someone’s sense of concrete facts and logic
Logos
The reason or moment for writing or speaking
Occasion
How the different parts of an argument are arranged in a piece of writing or speech
Organization
An Aristotelian appeal. Involves appealing to someone’s emotion
Pathos
The authors persuasive intention
Purpose
Re using a word or phrase repeatedly for effort or emphasis
Repetition
The use of spoken or written word (or a visual medium) to convey your ideas and convince an audience
Rhetoric
The relationship between the author, the audience, the text/ message, and the context
Rhetorical triangle
