GRE Word List

RHETORIC

the art of speaking or writing effectively: such as

The meaning of the word rhetoric is the art of speaking or writing effectively: such as.

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WordMeaning
metaphysicalof or relating to metaphysics
baffleto defeat or check (someone) by confusing or puzzling : to confuse or frustrate completely : disconcert
vibrantpulsating with life, vigor, or activity
loiterto delay an activity with idle stops and pauses : dawdle
importuneto press or urge with troublesome persistence
shacklesomething (such as a manacle or fetter) that confines the legs or arms
lustera glow of reflected light : sheen
niggardlygrudgingly mean about spending or granting : begrudging
pestlea usually club-shaped implement for pounding or grinding substances in a mortar see mortar illustration
listlesscharacterized by lack of interest, energy, or spirit