METAPHOR, PARALLELISM, AND EMOTIONAL LOAD AS STYLISTIC DEVICES IN POLITICAL DISCOURSE.
Keywords:
Keywords: metaphor, parallelism, emotional load, political discourse, stylistic analysis, rhetoric, persuasion.Abstract
Annotation. This article provides a comprehensive analysis of metaphor,
parallelism, and emotional load as fundamental stylistic devices in political discourse.
It examines the functional roles these devices play in enhancing the clarity,
persuasiveness, and effective appeal of political communication. Drawing upon
qualitative analysis of speeches by prominent political leaders, the study elucidates the
complex interaction between linguistic form and rhetorical impact. The results
contribute to a deeper understanding of how these stylistic strategies facilitate
audience engagement and improve the efficacy of political messaging.
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