1. a teacher of rhetoric
Usage: formal
2. an orator or public speaker
Usage: formal

Examples

• The ancient Greek rhetor taught students the art of persuasive speaking.
• As a skilled rhetor, she could captivate any audience with her speeches.
• The university hired a renowned rhetor to lead the debate team.
• In classical times, a rhetor was highly respected in society.
• The young politician studied under a master rhetor to improve his public speaking.
• The rhetor emphasized the importance of logical arguments in persuasion.