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Language

Of of pertaining to any method of human communication, either spoken or written, consisting of the use of words in a structured and conventional way, whether united in a system specific to a country or region.

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upstage

Language; Public speaking

The area of the stage farthest from the audience. Also to steal the focus of the audience from the intended main performer.

persuasion

Language; Public speaking

The art of convincing others to give favorable attention to our point of view.

amplification

Language; Public speaking

The art of developing ideas by finding ways to restate them in a speech.

slippery slope fallacy

Language; Public speaking

The assumption that once something happens, an inevitable trend is established that will lead to disastrous results.

audience participation

Language; Public speaking

The audience doing something other than listeningduring a public speaking engagement. Some of them could be on-stage with you, carrying on group discussions, playing games, ...