Rhetorician
noun
A person who practices or studies the skill of speaking effectively in public.
He is a natural rhetorician; his speeches always persuasive and engaging.

Often appears as...
- master rhetorician
- skilled rhetorician
Usage tips
Academic
noun
A person who uses language in an exaggerated way to impress or persuade others.
Although he's considered a great rhetorician, his critics argue that his speeches contain more style than substance.

Often appears as...
- skillful rhetorician
- political rhetorician
noun
A person who practices or studies the skill of speaking effectively in public.
He is a natural rhetorician; his speeches always persuasive and engaging.

Often appears as...
- master rhetorician
- skilled rhetorician
Usage tips
Academic
noun
A person who uses language in an exaggerated way to impress or persuade others.
Although he's considered a great rhetorician, his critics argue that his speeches contain more style than substance.

Often appears as...
- skillful rhetorician
- political rhetorician
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Public Speaking
A rhetorician often speaks to large groups, aiming to inform or motivate.

She became a renowned rhetorician, captivating audiences at national conferences.
Academic Emphasis
The term may imply formal study in rhetoric or communication strategies.

After studying Aristotle, he became a formidable academic rhetorician.
Positive Connotation
It suggests skill in making compelling arguments or presentations.

Her reputation as a rhetorician was built on her ability to sway opinions.
Compare with
advocatecommunicatordebaterlectureroratorpersuaderspeaker
Quote examples
Gore Vidal
American Novelist
Ayn Rand is a rhetorician who writes novels I have never been able to read.

Quote examples
Gore Vidal
American Novelist
Ayn Rand is a rhetorician who writes novels I have never been able to read.

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