Procatalepsis (pro-cat-a-lep’-sis): Refuting anticipated objections.
You will say it is too expensive. They will say it is impractical. Everybody will say it is unjust. I say it is cheap, easy, and fair. Now, I’m going to tell you why. First . . .
Definition courtesy of “Silva Rhetoricae” (rhetoric.byu.edu)
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Eucharistia (eu-cha-ris’-ti-a): Giving thanks for a benefit received, sometimes adding one’s inability to repay.
Thank you for saving my dog. There is nothing I can ever do that will be enough to repay your courage and kindness.
Definition courtesy of “Silva Rhetoricae” (rhetoric.byu.edu)
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