rhetorical devices

Question 1

sweeteners

Answer 1

making something sound better than it is; inducing positive association

Question 2

dysphemism

Answer 2

making something sound worse; inducing a negative association

Question 3

euphemism

Answer 3

softens harsh realities; replace harsh/blunt/unpleasant expression and softens the blow/intensity/impact of the word/sentence without sweetening it

Question 4

weaslers

Answer 4

phrases and wording that allows ambiguity and wiggle room; allowing room for uncertainty or less strength in the statement

Question 5

downplayers

Answer 5

used to diminish the importance or significance of something

Question 6

stereotypes

Answer 6

broad and over simplified beliefs about a group/class of people or things; bias, prejudice or misjudgement

Question 7

hyperbole

Answer 7

deliberate exaggeration to emphasize ; not meant to be taken seriously

Question 8

proof surrogate

Answer 8

suggests evidence or authority without actually providing it

Question 9

repetition

Answer 9

repeating words, phrases, or ideas to reinforce a message