1. in a way that relates to or uses rhetoric; for persuasive or impressive effect rather than literal meaning
2. as a rhetorical question; not expecting or requiring an answer

Examples

• The politician spoke rhetorically about unity while dividing the audience.
• She asked rhetorically, ‘Who has time for that?’
• The speech was rhetorically powerful but lacked substance.
• He raised his eyebrows and asked rhetorically if anyone cared.
• The advertisement was rhetorically designed to appeal to emotions.
• She paused and said rhetorically, ‘What’s the point of trying?’