Rhetorician
(noun)
- A person who is skilled in the art of rhetoric, or the study of effective writing and speaking.
- A person who uses language to influence or persuade others.
Origin:
From the greek word rhētorikos (meaning 'of or relating to rhetoric') + -ian (meaning 'belonging to or having the qualities of').
Examples:
- A good rhetorician can make even a weak argument seem convincing.
- The ancient Greeks considered the rhetorician to be a valuable member of society, someone who could use language to inspire, educate, and persuade.
- Many politicians are trained as rhetoricians, learning the skills of public speaking and persuasive writing.
- Rhetoric was a central part of the education of young people in ancient Greece and Rome, and was considered to be an essential skill for success in life.
- A great rhetorician can use language to evoke emotions, paint vivid images, and influence the way people think about a topic.