Pretentious rhetoric Synonyms

Definitions for Pretentious


  • (adjective) self-consciously trying to present an appearance of grandeur or importance
  • (adjective) having a feeling of superiority that shows itself in an overbearing attitude
  • (adjective) making claim to or creating an appearance of (often undeserved) importance or distinction

Definitions for Rhetoric


  • (noun) language that is impressive-sounding but not meaningful or sincere
  • (noun) the art or power of speaking or writing in a forceful and convincing way
  • (noun) study of the technique and rules for using language effectively (especially in public speaking)