Synonym of rhetorical.
The art of using language, especially public speaking, as a means to persuade.
Meaningless language with an exaggerated style intended to impress.
deadly silence
The act of refraining from speaking.
The absence of any sound.
To repress the expression of something.
To suppress criticism, etc.
To block gene expression.
To murder.
To make (someone or something) silent.
Be silent.