rhetorical
Pronunciation:
/ɹəˈtɒɹ.ɪ.kəl//ɹəˈtɔɹɪkəl/adjective
Definitions
Part of or similar to rhetoric, the use of language as a means to persuade.
Example: A rhetorical question is one used merely to make a point, with no response expected.
Not earnest, or presented only for the purpose of an argument.