Rhetorical Weight

This section provides an overview of Rhetorical Weight.

A value assigning raw points to detected rhetorical elements—like rhetorical devices, tone, and emotional appeal—quantifying their impact on persuasiveness.

Overview

Rhetorical Weight (RW) assigns raw point values to the detected rhetorical elements in the speaker's communication, such as the use of rhetorical devices, tone, and emotional appeal. It quantifies the impact of these elements on the persuasiveness of the message, serving as a factor in the calculation of Persuasive Force.

Applications

1) Coder's Perspective

Coders calculate RW by analyzing the presence and effectiveness of rhetorical devices, tone, and emotions in the speech, integrating it into the PersuasiveForce Object.

2) User's Perspective

Users can understand how the speaker's use of rhetoric contributes to their overall persuasiveness, providing insight into the techniques that enhance or diminish the impact of their message.

  • PersuasiveForce Object
  • Style Score
  • Emotion Object
  • Tone Object
  • Appeal Score

PersuasiveForce