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Rethoric Terms
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Rhetoric | The art of persuasive communication. |
| Logos | Appeal to the logic of the message |
| Pathos | Appeal to the emotions of the audience |
| Ethos | Appeal to the ethics/credibility of the speaker/author |
| Rhetorical Situation | The specific context, set of circumstances, and environment that shapes how a message is created, delivered by the speaker. |
| Aristotle | Greek philosopher who developed rhetoric |
| Rhetorical Triangle | The elements that make up effective, persuasive communication, Ethos Logos & Pathos. |