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Enumeratio
Example#1: “It is stereotyping, to say all colored people eat fried chicken, they are all loud, and they are all from Africa.”
Analysis: this is an example of enumeratio because it gives a list to detail the statement about what are stereotypes of colored people.
Example#2: “Traveling through plane is needing a passport, checking in , checking in your bags and going through bag claim”
Analysis: This is an example of enumeratio because it gives a list of things done at the airport.
Anatanagogue
Example#1:” You are really fast on bar but make sure you are reading the requested changes correctly.”
Analysis: This is an example of anatanagogue because while the person is being praised about the quickness they are also being claimed about the accuracy of their drinks.
Example#2:” Your writing is very detailed and organized but you need to check your writing for grammar and punctuation.”
Analysis: This is an example because it’s gives good feedback about their writing but also lets them know that they lack something which is the negative.
Enumeratio
Ex #1: This chicken is good, it is crispy, tasty and well-seasoned.
Context/Analysis: I stated a statement. First, I start off by saying that the chicken is good but I also continue by giving examples/details of what makes the chicken so good.
Ex #2:”Well, who’s gonna turn down a Junior Mint? It’s chocolate; it’s peppermint; it’s delicious.” (from Seinfeld)
Context/Analysis: Kramer makes a statement about the Junior Mint candy. He states details to describe the Junior Mints, aiming to describe that it’s so good that no one would turn one down.
Antanagoge
Ex #1: He’s not the best looking but he has a really nice personality.
Context/Analysis: I started with a negative statement but I try to pair a positive statement to it so it doesn’t seem as bad. In this example, I am speaking on someone who isn’t very attractive but his personality is more attractive than his physical features.
Ex #2: I didn’t get a high grade but atleast I passed.
Context/Analysis: I am talking about my low grade in a class. Although I said I didn’t get a high grade (negative statement), I continue by saying I still passed the class (positive statement) which makes the negative statement not seem so bad.
Enumeratio
Example#1: “The hotel renovation, including a new spa, tennis court, pool, and lounge, is finally complete”
Analysis: this is an example of enumeratio because it talks about how the hotel renovation is done but they give details on what exactly was done to complete the hotel.
Example#2:”I love her eyes, her hair, her nose, her cheeks, her lips”
Analysis: this is another example of enumeratio because they don’t just say that they love the way she looks they give examples of what they love about her.
Antanagogue
Example#1: “he always forgets my birthday, but he buys me presents all year round.”
Analysis: this is an example of antanagogue because even though he forgets about the persons birthday the person tries to make the situation positive by saying that he still gets the person presents throughout the year.
Example#2: “The new anti-pollution equipment will increase the price of the product slightly, but the effluent water from the plant will be actually cleaner than the water coming in.”
Analysis: this is another example of antanagogue because the sales person is telling the costumer that the price will increase but the on the positive note the water would be cleaner so the sales person is trying to make the person want to buy it by saying that the product has a positive outcome.
Enumeratio:
Ex 1: I like everything about about it. Its big, has lots of space, great view, and its got a pool!
Analysis: By breaking down everything, this helps the audience understand what the speaker is saying a lot better because it tells you everything from every detail to detail.
Ex 2: This vehicle features various things including power steering, heated seats, LED headlights, 9′ inch touch screen navigation, rear camera, and more more options.
Analysis: Breaking everything down helps the person understand what is being said. In this case the sales person breaks out all the features of the car and in doing so it helps the buyer better understand what benefits there are and they can better understand everything.
Antanagogue:
Ex 1: I got into a car accident but was thinking about buying a new car anyways.
Analysis: The moment this happens create kind of a coincidence. It helps the audience understand what the speaker is saying and showing how everything tied into each other. The negative which was a negative vibe ended up being a good having a positive outcome.
Ex 2: I lost my belt but needed a new one anyways.
Analysis: This creates a better understanding on how a negative outcome ended up having a positive result. This device helps readers picture how a negative can turn into a positive at the right time.
Enumeratio- I love everything about him, his smile, his personality, his way of caring.
Analysis- this is enumeration because I’m listing everything I love about him one by one in detail. I have actually used this when I was talking to my friend about my boyfriend. I was telling my friend everything that I love about my boyfriend.
Enumeratio #2- (Did you pack everything for the senior trip) yes I packed everything, my bathing suit, my towel, my hairbrush, clothes, deodorant, sandals, perfume, lotion, money.
Analysis – this is enumeration because I’m listing everything I packed one by one. I have used this when I was in high school and I had to go to my senior trip, my mom asked me if I packed everything and I told her yes listing all the things I packed to see if I’m forgetting anything.
Antanagogue- studying stresses me out, but It’s all worth it when I pass my classes.
Analysis – This is Antanagogue because I’m saying something negative which is studying and I’m following that with a positive phrase which is passing my class and my semester. I have used this when I was talking to my teacher in high school.
She asked me why I looked so stressed and I told her because of studying but then I said it will all be worth it when I pass my classes and then I can finally relax.
Antanagogue#2-He lost his job but at least he gets to spend more time with his family.
Analysis #2- this is antanagogue because Im saying something negative with something positive. This can be used when you are talking to a friend about a man that used to work day and night and lost his job. It’s a negative point but then this leads to him spending more time with his family which is something good for him and for the family.
Enumeratio:
Example #1- “The hotel renovation, including a new spa, tennis court, pool, and lounge, is finally complete”
Context #1- A hotel manager is availing a new renovation to the hotel’s design and amenities to the public at the new re-design hotel opening.
Analysis #1- Enumeratio makes a point wiht details so this example uses specific details in order to describe how large and fancy the renovation was.
Example #2- “Never going to a dinner date with Henry ever again! He’s so creepy, weird, clingy, and annoying!”
Context #2- You convinced your friend to go on a date with another friend named Henry. However, after the date she expressed how weird and creepy Henry was. When you asked her if she was willing to go on another date she stated how she never wanted to go on a date with him.
Analysis #2- The amount of details she pointed out are used to emphasize the point that Henry is creepy and that she doesn’t want to go on a date with him again.
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Anatanagogue:
Example #1- “The car is not pretty, but it runs great”
Context #1- You just bought a new car and your showing it off to your friends. You think that the car is pretty good look wise, but your friends don’t agree wiht you and think that it does not look good but it does have great speed so its still a good car anyway.
Analysis #1- Antanagoge places a criticism and a compliment together to lessen the impact. This example is perfectly describes, because you’re referring to the vehicle’s good performance as a reason to excuse its unattractive appearance.
Example #2- “When life gives you lemons, make lemonade”
Context #2- You’ve been up to a bad start this month. Your life is miserable and your hanging on loose thread that could be cut anytime now. But, despite all the difficulties you’ve faced your till positive and optimist that the rest of the month will be fine.
Analysis #2- When life gives you lemons, make lemonade is a proverbial phrase that is used to encourage people to be optimistic and have a positive attitude when facing any misfortune or challenges. The phrase lemons means something sour or bitter which is you facing difficulty in life. Thus making lemonade would be turning the difficulties in your life into something positive.
Enumeratio
Example 1: Who wouldn’t want a dog? They’re cute, fun, and they are a mans best friend.
Context and Analysis: In this example, I talk about having a dog, and then I give further context and reasons for why someone should get a dog.
Example 2: Who doesn’t like chicken? It has protein, it’s good for your bones, and most importantly, it tastes good.
Context and Analysis: In this example, I speak about chicken. I also speak about and go in detail about the things I love about chicken and some of the reasons I feel like someone would like chicken.
Antanagoge
Example 1: I got bit by my pet snake, but at least now i’m not scared of getting bit because now I know it doesn’t hurt.
Context and Analysis: In this example I start off negative by saying I got bit by my pet snake but then I make it positive by starting the outcome of the action by my snake.
Example 2: I got into a bike accident but I was able to sue the guy and make some easy money.
Context and Analysis: In this example I start off by saying that I get into a bike accident but then I sue the guy and make money. I go from negative to positive. Although I got hit and hurt, I was able to get some money out of it.
ENUMERATIO
EXAMPLE #1: My friend is caring, beautiful, determined, and down to earth. You would love to meet her!
CONTEXT: When talking about a friend and what they’re like.
ANALYSIS: This draws my audience to do what I want (to meet my friend) by making it more convincing and making my friend seem nice to meet.
EXAMPLE #2: The restaurant is great! It has a really nice, welcoming staff, their food is amazing, the environment is so open and comfortable, and don’t get me started on the desert.
CONTEXT: When recommending a restaurant to someone
ANALYSIS: This makes my argument (the restaurant is a great place to go to) more appealing due to me listing all the positives of the restaurant.
ANTANAGOGE
EXAMPLE #1: I lost my phone, but I was going to get a new one anyway.
CONTEXT: When you lose your phone and you’re trying to make it seem like a positive.
ANALYSIS: This makes the situation seem less tragic than it really is.
EXAMPLE #2: I failed the test, but I was going to drop the class anyway.
CONTEXT: When you’re trying to make it seem like you don’t care about the negative event (failing the test).
ANALYSIS: This makes the situation seem less tragic than it really is. It makes the audience think that the speaker doesn’t really care.
Enumeratio #1: He is my favorite baseball. He always makes contact, has great character, and is quick on the field.
Context: This is in the context of baseball. In the sentence I include all aspects of baseball, hitting and fielding. I use these details to give a description to why “he” is my favorite baseball player. I’m speaking about Alex Verdugo from the Dodgers.
Analysis: This is an example of the rehatric enumeratio because im telling the reader a statement or my opinion. After I state this opinion, I describe/tell them my reason on why this is my favorite baseball player in the MLB.
Enumeratio #2: I’m finally out of my last class, now I will go to the bank, gym, then home to relax and do homework.
Context: This is in the context of mostly my everyday life, when school is in session or during weekdays. I name places like the bank,gym, and my home.
Analysis: This is a eamoe of the rhetoric because I tell the reader about me getting out of school which us a general statement. Then I give them a description on what I will be doing after. I name things in a list “bank,gym,then home”. At the end of the list I provide more details using words like “relax”.
Antanagogue #1: I struck out on a changeup, but at least now I know I need to work on my timing.
Context: This is in the context of softball which is what I play. This would happen in the setting of a softball game which is the part of “struck out on a changeup”. Then me thinking about what I need to work on would be afferthe game.
Analysis: This represents Antanagogue because this rhetoric is supposed to state a negative comment then balance it with a positive. Therefore this is an example because striking out is the negative, but the positive is that I learned something new about my softball skills.
Antanagogue #2: Last year I thought I lost my airpods, but the whole time they were in the washing machine. I didn’t notice until after I took my clothes out, although they still worked, I learned to always clean out my pockets before laundry.
Context: This is in the context of something being lost, my airpods. Then It would be used when doing chores like laundry. I then state where my airpods were found, in the washer.
Analysis: Antanagogue can be clearly identified in this example because I give the reader context before telling them the actual situation. After that I tell them the negative, which would be me thinking I lost my airpods. Lastly I give the reader a positive which was finding my airpods in the washer and learning to clean my pockets before laundry although they were not damaged.
Enumeratio #1: I love her eyes, her hair, her nose, her cheeks, her lips [etc.].
context & Analysis : In this context I am stating what I like about her.
Enumeratio #2: “The hotel renovation, including a new spa, tennis court, pool, and lounge, is finally complete” .
context & Analysis: Uses specific details to describe how large the renovation was.
Antanagogue #1: “The car is not pretty, but it runs great”
context & Analysis: You’re referring to the vehicle’s good performance as a reason to excuse its unattractive appearance.
Antanagogue #2: “When life gives you lemons, make lemonade.”
context & Analysis: I went from just lemons to making lemonade which is better than just lemons.
Enumeratio
Example 1: “ This book is a good read, it’s a thriller, not too long and has a good storyline “
Context: I’m saying I like this but but explaining why step by step.
Analysis: this is an example of Enumeratio because in the example I’m stating why I like something by continuously mentioning bits of details.
Example2:” Uggs are good shoes for the winter, they’re fluffy, warm, and comfortable.”
Context: In this example I’m explaining why uggs are good shoes to have.
Analysis: I’m giving small details step by step by listing them instead of explaining in various ways.
Antanagogue
Example1: “ I enjoyed the tour, but I don’t think the is campus is for me, yet it still is a pretty school!“
Context: During high school we’ve visited different colleges to get a feel of somewhere we might want to be and learn in for the next 4 years and I just didn’t see myself in several of those colleges, but they all had they benefit.
Analysis: this is an example of antanagogue because instead of looking further on the bad I opposed my own opinion by stating the good.
Example2: “ I broke my bed, but I was already thinking of getting a new one”
Context: I needed a new bed and boom all of a sudden mines breaks
Analysis: there is a downside to my bed breaking but however I managed to see it from the opposing side and that’s what makes this an antanagogue
Enumeratio #1:that if we want to go on this road trip we need a truck camper, snacks, a map of the land, and road music.
context & Analysis: That a group of friends was planning a road trip.
This rhetorical device adds details to the speaker statement making it more clarify to the listener. The effect it’s has on the listener they have a good understanding of what the speaker talking about. without these details the statement alone is not as flush out with the details leaving the listener not really understanding.
Enumeratio #2: My new house is amazing it has a pool, 4 bedrooms, big back yard, and has a great view of the city.
context & Analysis: That john was telling his parents about his new house.
the rhetorical device adds to the speaker statement imagery by using these detail to put a image into the listener head. The effect it has on the listener the information given can put A visual image of the house in the listener head. without this rhetorical device the statement would lose imagery making it just a normal statement.
Antanagogue#1:We chose to die on our feet, rather than live on our knees.
context & Analysis: This is a quote from the move 300. This was a response from the king who was told if he surrender his people will be spare but become slaves.
This rhetorical device adds a counterargument to the king statement because he doesn’t see life as a slave as living at all so he rather fight. The effect it has on the listener is that the king stands with his people and not afraid to fight. Without the rhetorical device the statemen lose this counter argument and sense of unity between the king and his people.
Antanagogue #2:“ It’s not the size of the dog in the fight. It’s the size of the fight in the dog.”
context & Analysis:
This quote comes from a move name Hustle & Flow. said between two man talking about there community.
This rhetorical device add to the meaning that anything is possible as long as you are willing to fight for it. The effect it has on the listener that as long as you try your hardest you get respect for giving your best. Without the rhetorical device this statement loss it’s deeper meaning of respect for trying.
Enumeratio #1: I love this lipstick because it’s vibrant, long lasting, and does not transfer.
Analysis/ Context: I just made this up but the scenario I envisioned is a beauty guru on youtube giving a product review. The person lists all the good things about the lipstick.
Enumeratio #2: These sneakers are my favorite because they are comfortable, cute, and affordable.
Analysis/ Context: I made this up but the scenario I envisioned was an employee at footlocker persuading a customer to purchase sneakers by listing all the good qualities of the sneaker.
Antanagoge #1: It may cost more to buy that coat, but it’s worth it in the long run when it lasts you years and keeps you warm.
Analysis/ Context: I made this up but it was based on when I bought my coat last year. My father always tells me to get the better quality of things even if it’s more expensive which is the downside but it will last longer which is the upside.
Antanagoge #2: I broke my phone but now I can upgrade to the newest iphone.
Analysis/ Context: This was my situation three years ago. I broke my phone which sucked but then it gave me a reason to actually purchase the newest iphone which was a huge plus.
Enumeratio
Example 1:”This new phone is wider, has a better camera, a better speaker and has a nicer color”
Analysis: I’m describing the new features on the new phone, Listing these new features can give the reader an image of what it looks like and they can see why I would like the new phone.
Example 2: “This show I’m watching is perfect, it has a good amount of action, some drama, a great story and has just enough suspense to keep me excited for the next episode”
Analysis: I’m giving the reader a few of the reasons to why I’m enjoying this new show I have found. Me listing these key parts of the tv show to the reader gives the reader and idea of what I’m interested in.
Antanagoge
Example 1: “I cracked my phone, but I needed an excuse to buy a new one”
Analysis: I’m not worried about the fact that I cracked my phone because I wanted to buy a new one but I just needed a reason to convince myself to buy myself a new phone.
Example 2: “I lost my favorite hat but it was time to get a new one anyway”
Analysis: I had lost a hat but I’m not stressing over it because it was time for me to buy another one and let go of my old one.
Antanagoge :
Example 1: She’s really nice, but when you anger her, she becomes a monster.
Analysis: This is persuading.
Enumeratio:
Example 1: We ate, went out, and finally went our separate ways.
Analysis: It shows a list of details that eventually leads up to the main idea. The sentence itself is being dragged out.
Example 2: It’s actually a simple process: get up, wash your face, brush your teeth, and stop being lazy. Hygiene is extremely important.
Analysis: Here, it also shows the details leading up to the main idea.
enumeratio #1: I loved everything about him, his smile, his passion, his ambitions, his height…
analysis & context: This sentence lists different details about what the speaker loved about “him”.
enumeratio #2: The type of house you want is one with big windows, high ceilings, spacious rooms, and more than one bathroom.
analysis & context: This sentence draws you in by the attracting details of the house someone would want.
antanagoge #1: This job requires me to move around a lot but I love traveling to new places.
analysis & context: Although the job requires the speaker to move around a lot, they’re fine with it because they enjoy traveling and new experiences.
antanagoge #2: My laptop recently stopped working but I wanted a new one anyway.
analysis & context: Although the speaker’s laptop stopped working, they imply that they wanted a new one anyway.
Enumeratio Ex #1:
It is a violation of human rights when babies are denied….
It is a violation of human rights when women and girls are sold….
It is a violation of human rights when women are doused…
Context: Human rights, Violation
Analysis: Examples of human rights violation were split into 3 different parts to amplify the subject of Human Rights Violations.
Enumeration Ex #2:
“I love her eyes, her stomach, her smile, her lips.”
Context: all are physical traits
Analysis: The author split the features into parts in order to hyperbolize his love for her physical features.
Antanagogue Ex #1:
“You’re doing great, but I think you should involve the rest of your group more in what you’re doing. You have the potential to become a high valued member of the team.”
Context:
doing great work
did not involve her group
possibility to become better
Analysis: Although her work was good, involving her team will benefit her more.
Antanagogue Ex #2:
“I recently just lost my job, but I’m still looking forward to the vacation I have planned”
Context: just lost his job ( negative )
going on vacation (positive)
Analysis: Although he lost his job which he should be down about, he is being positive and looking forward to his vacation.
Enumeratio
Example #1: “When we allow freedom to ring, when we let it ring from every village and every hamlet, from every state and every city, we will be able to speed up that day when all of God’s children, black men, and white men, Jews and Gentiles, Protestants and Catholics, will be able to join hands and sing in the words of the old Negro spiritual, ‘Free at last! Free at last! Thank God Almighty, we are free at last!'”
Context & Analysis: This quote was said by Martin Luther King jr. in his famous “I have a dream” speech. In this quote he lists all the places from where freedom will ring from and all those who will benefit from it and be free.
Example #2: “I remember the neckcurls, limp and damp as tendrils;And her quick look, a sidelong pickerel smile;
And how, once startled into talk, the light syllables leaped for her,And she balanced in the delight of her thought … “
Context & Analysis: this quote is from “Elegy for Jane” by Theodore Roethke. He speaks of a dead student named Jane but more specifically on how she looked, he does so by giving details on her hair, the way she smiled, and the beautiful spirit she had
Antanagoge
Example #1: “Did you know that she lives alone? Yet she tells me that she enjoys her life to the fullest.”
Context & Analysis: you’d hear your nosy/gossip-loving neighbor saying this. they say how that living alone as a woman is negative but shes able to live her life so thats a positive out of the whole situation.
Example #2: She died, and her enemies cried ‘How glad we were to know her.’
Context & Analysis: this would be heard after a person has died, since truths usually come out once you’re not around. its dad that she passed on but at least you’re able to see the impact that she had once she was gone, even if at the time no one appreciated her when she was still living.
Enumeratio:
– “[W]hen we allow freedom to ring, when we let it ring from every village and every hamlet, from every state and every city, we will be able to speed up that day when all of God’s children, black men and white men, Jews and Gentiles, Protestants and Catholics, will be able to join hands and sing in the words of the old Negro spiritual, ‘Free at last! Free at last! Thank God Almighty, we are free at last!’ “ – Martin Luther King Jr.
Context & Analysis:
This demonstrates a process of mentioning words or phrases step by step. If we remove commas, apostrophes, and quotation marks, it would be difficult to understand the text.
-“[A]mong such as deal in multitudes of words, none are comparable to the sober deliberate talker, who proceedeth with much thought and caution, maketh his preface, brancheth out into several digressions, findeth a hint that putteth him in mind of another story, which he promiseth to tell you when this is done; cometh back regularly to his subject, cannot readily call to mind some person’s name, holding his head, complaineth of his memory; the whole company all this while in suspense; at length says, it is no matter, and so goes on. And, to crown the business, it perhaps proveth at last a story the company hath heard fifty times before; or, at best, some insipid adventure of the relater.” – Hints Toward an Essay on Conversation (by Jonathan Swift)
Context & Analysis:
Swift describes a sober, deliberate talker, and then adds details of his qualities, making his message clear to understand
Antanagogue:
-You are actually doing some good work here, but I think you should involve the other people more in what you do. You have the potential to become a highly valued member of the team
Context & Analysis:
There is a negative point in a statement, then there is also a positive point to balance it. Even though the person was praised for doing good work, he’s also being told to involve others more.
-It’s a hard time for me as I’ve just lost my job, but I’m still looking forward to our vacation after all this time
Context & Analysis:
The negative is losing the job, and the positive is that he is still looking forward to the vacation.
Enumeratio
Ex.1: “I went to the mall, the park, the river, the salon, and finally, home.”
Context/Analysis: This statement can be used by someone who is describing what their day consisted of to a friend. They told their friend how they spent their day by listing every place they went to up until home.
Ex.2: “There are plenty of great places to check out when visiting Virginia. You can go to Busch Gardens, Virginia beach, the outlets, Pops Diner and Mount Trashmore Park.”
Context/Analysis: In this example I am telling my friend the about the sites she can visit while being in Virginia. I tell her where she should visit by listing the different places.
Antanagoge
Ex.1: “She can be quick to anger, but when you’re in need, she’ll always be there.”
Context/Analysis: The speaker may be saying this about their significant other. At first they describe the bad quality about their partner, but then states their good quality which explains that the good outweighs the bad.
Ex.2: “I may have lost my job, but I am looking forward to spending time at home.”
Context/Analysis: The speaker may be telling a friend about how they got fired from work. Even though losing their job may be a negative factor in their life, they manage to look at the positive one which is getting to be home more often now.
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Enumeratio
Example#1: “It is stereotyping, to say all colored people eat fried chicken, they are all loud, and they are all from Africa.”
Analysis: this is an example of enumeratio because it gives a list to detail the statement about what are stereotypes of colored people.
Example#2: “Traveling through plane is needing a passport, checking in , checking in your bags and going through bag claim”
Analysis: This is an example of enumeratio because it gives a list of things done at the airport.
Anatanagogue
Example#1:” You are really fast on bar but make sure you are reading the requested changes correctly.”
Analysis: This is an example of anatanagogue because while the person is being praised about the quickness they are also being claimed about the accuracy of their drinks.
Example#2:” Your writing is very detailed and organized but you need to check your writing for grammar and punctuation.”
Analysis: This is an example because it’s gives good feedback about their writing but also lets them know that they lack something which is the negative.
Enumeratio
Ex #1: This chicken is good, it is crispy, tasty and well-seasoned.
Context/Analysis: I stated a statement. First, I start off by saying that the chicken is good but I also continue by giving examples/details of what makes the chicken so good.
Ex #2:”Well, who’s gonna turn down a Junior Mint? It’s chocolate; it’s peppermint; it’s delicious.” (from Seinfeld)
Context/Analysis: Kramer makes a statement about the Junior Mint candy. He states details to describe the Junior Mints, aiming to describe that it’s so good that no one would turn one down.
Antanagoge
Ex #1: He’s not the best looking but he has a really nice personality.
Context/Analysis: I started with a negative statement but I try to pair a positive statement to it so it doesn’t seem as bad. In this example, I am speaking on someone who isn’t very attractive but his personality is more attractive than his physical features.
Ex #2: I didn’t get a high grade but atleast I passed.
Context/Analysis: I am talking about my low grade in a class. Although I said I didn’t get a high grade (negative statement), I continue by saying I still passed the class (positive statement) which makes the negative statement not seem so bad.
Enumeratio
Example#1: “The hotel renovation, including a new spa, tennis court, pool, and lounge, is finally complete”
Analysis: this is an example of enumeratio because it talks about how the hotel renovation is done but they give details on what exactly was done to complete the hotel.
Example#2:”I love her eyes, her hair, her nose, her cheeks, her lips”
Analysis: this is another example of enumeratio because they don’t just say that they love the way she looks they give examples of what they love about her.
Antanagogue
Example#1: “he always forgets my birthday, but he buys me presents all year round.”
Analysis: this is an example of antanagogue because even though he forgets about the persons birthday the person tries to make the situation positive by saying that he still gets the person presents throughout the year.
Example#2: “The new anti-pollution equipment will increase the price of the product slightly, but the effluent water from the plant will be actually cleaner than the water coming in.”
Analysis: this is another example of antanagogue because the sales person is telling the costumer that the price will increase but the on the positive note the water would be cleaner so the sales person is trying to make the person want to buy it by saying that the product has a positive outcome.
Enumeratio:
Ex 1: I like everything about about it. Its big, has lots of space, great view, and its got a pool!
Analysis: By breaking down everything, this helps the audience understand what the speaker is saying a lot better because it tells you everything from every detail to detail.
Ex 2: This vehicle features various things including power steering, heated seats, LED headlights, 9′ inch touch screen navigation, rear camera, and more more options.
Analysis: Breaking everything down helps the person understand what is being said. In this case the sales person breaks out all the features of the car and in doing so it helps the buyer better understand what benefits there are and they can better understand everything.
Antanagogue:
Ex 1: I got into a car accident but was thinking about buying a new car anyways.
Analysis: The moment this happens create kind of a coincidence. It helps the audience understand what the speaker is saying and showing how everything tied into each other. The negative which was a negative vibe ended up being a good having a positive outcome.
Ex 2: I lost my belt but needed a new one anyways.
Analysis: This creates a better understanding on how a negative outcome ended up having a positive result. This device helps readers picture how a negative can turn into a positive at the right time.
Enumeratio- I love everything about him, his smile, his personality, his way of caring.
Analysis- this is enumeration because I’m listing everything I love about him one by one in detail. I have actually used this when I was talking to my friend about my boyfriend. I was telling my friend everything that I love about my boyfriend.
Enumeratio #2- (Did you pack everything for the senior trip) yes I packed everything, my bathing suit, my towel, my hairbrush, clothes, deodorant, sandals, perfume, lotion, money.
Analysis – this is enumeration because I’m listing everything I packed one by one. I have used this when I was in high school and I had to go to my senior trip, my mom asked me if I packed everything and I told her yes listing all the things I packed to see if I’m forgetting anything.
Antanagogue- studying stresses me out, but It’s all worth it when I pass my classes.
Analysis – This is Antanagogue because I’m saying something negative which is studying and I’m following that with a positive phrase which is passing my class and my semester. I have used this when I was talking to my teacher in high school.
She asked me why I looked so stressed and I told her because of studying but then I said it will all be worth it when I pass my classes and then I can finally relax.
Antanagogue#2-He lost his job but at least he gets to spend more time with his family.
Analysis #2- this is antanagogue because Im saying something negative with something positive. This can be used when you are talking to a friend about a man that used to work day and night and lost his job. It’s a negative point but then this leads to him spending more time with his family which is something good for him and for the family.
Enumeratio:
Example #1- “The hotel renovation, including a new spa, tennis court, pool, and lounge, is finally complete”
Context #1- A hotel manager is availing a new renovation to the hotel’s design and amenities to the public at the new re-design hotel opening.
Analysis #1- Enumeratio makes a point wiht details so this example uses specific details in order to describe how large and fancy the renovation was.
Example #2- “Never going to a dinner date with Henry ever again! He’s so creepy, weird, clingy, and annoying!”
Context #2- You convinced your friend to go on a date with another friend named Henry. However, after the date she expressed how weird and creepy Henry was. When you asked her if she was willing to go on another date she stated how she never wanted to go on a date with him.
Analysis #2- The amount of details she pointed out are used to emphasize the point that Henry is creepy and that she doesn’t want to go on a date with him again.
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Anatanagogue:
Example #1- “The car is not pretty, but it runs great”
Context #1- You just bought a new car and your showing it off to your friends. You think that the car is pretty good look wise, but your friends don’t agree wiht you and think that it does not look good but it does have great speed so its still a good car anyway.
Analysis #1- Antanagoge places a criticism and a compliment together to lessen the impact. This example is perfectly describes, because you’re referring to the vehicle’s good performance as a reason to excuse its unattractive appearance.
Example #2- “When life gives you lemons, make lemonade”
Context #2- You’ve been up to a bad start this month. Your life is miserable and your hanging on loose thread that could be cut anytime now. But, despite all the difficulties you’ve faced your till positive and optimist that the rest of the month will be fine.
Analysis #2- When life gives you lemons, make lemonade is a proverbial phrase that is used to encourage people to be optimistic and have a positive attitude when facing any misfortune or challenges. The phrase lemons means something sour or bitter which is you facing difficulty in life. Thus making lemonade would be turning the difficulties in your life into something positive.
Enumeratio
Example 1: Who wouldn’t want a dog? They’re cute, fun, and they are a mans best friend.
Context and Analysis: In this example, I talk about having a dog, and then I give further context and reasons for why someone should get a dog.
Example 2: Who doesn’t like chicken? It has protein, it’s good for your bones, and most importantly, it tastes good.
Context and Analysis: In this example, I speak about chicken. I also speak about and go in detail about the things I love about chicken and some of the reasons I feel like someone would like chicken.
Antanagoge
Example 1: I got bit by my pet snake, but at least now i’m not scared of getting bit because now I know it doesn’t hurt.
Context and Analysis: In this example I start off negative by saying I got bit by my pet snake but then I make it positive by starting the outcome of the action by my snake.
Example 2: I got into a bike accident but I was able to sue the guy and make some easy money.
Context and Analysis: In this example I start off by saying that I get into a bike accident but then I sue the guy and make money. I go from negative to positive. Although I got hit and hurt, I was able to get some money out of it.
ENUMERATIO
EXAMPLE #1: My friend is caring, beautiful, determined, and down to earth. You would love to meet her!
CONTEXT: When talking about a friend and what they’re like.
ANALYSIS: This draws my audience to do what I want (to meet my friend) by making it more convincing and making my friend seem nice to meet.
EXAMPLE #2: The restaurant is great! It has a really nice, welcoming staff, their food is amazing, the environment is so open and comfortable, and don’t get me started on the desert.
CONTEXT: When recommending a restaurant to someone
ANALYSIS: This makes my argument (the restaurant is a great place to go to) more appealing due to me listing all the positives of the restaurant.
ANTANAGOGE
EXAMPLE #1: I lost my phone, but I was going to get a new one anyway.
CONTEXT: When you lose your phone and you’re trying to make it seem like a positive.
ANALYSIS: This makes the situation seem less tragic than it really is.
EXAMPLE #2: I failed the test, but I was going to drop the class anyway.
CONTEXT: When you’re trying to make it seem like you don’t care about the negative event (failing the test).
ANALYSIS: This makes the situation seem less tragic than it really is. It makes the audience think that the speaker doesn’t really care.
Enumeratio #1: He is my favorite baseball. He always makes contact, has great character, and is quick on the field.
Context: This is in the context of baseball. In the sentence I include all aspects of baseball, hitting and fielding. I use these details to give a description to why “he” is my favorite baseball player. I’m speaking about Alex Verdugo from the Dodgers.
Analysis: This is an example of the rehatric enumeratio because im telling the reader a statement or my opinion. After I state this opinion, I describe/tell them my reason on why this is my favorite baseball player in the MLB.
Enumeratio #2: I’m finally out of my last class, now I will go to the bank, gym, then home to relax and do homework.
Context: This is in the context of mostly my everyday life, when school is in session or during weekdays. I name places like the bank,gym, and my home.
Analysis: This is a eamoe of the rhetoric because I tell the reader about me getting out of school which us a general statement. Then I give them a description on what I will be doing after. I name things in a list “bank,gym,then home”. At the end of the list I provide more details using words like “relax”.
Antanagogue #1: I struck out on a changeup, but at least now I know I need to work on my timing.
Context: This is in the context of softball which is what I play. This would happen in the setting of a softball game which is the part of “struck out on a changeup”. Then me thinking about what I need to work on would be afferthe game.
Analysis: This represents Antanagogue because this rhetoric is supposed to state a negative comment then balance it with a positive. Therefore this is an example because striking out is the negative, but the positive is that I learned something new about my softball skills.
Antanagogue #2: Last year I thought I lost my airpods, but the whole time they were in the washing machine. I didn’t notice until after I took my clothes out, although they still worked, I learned to always clean out my pockets before laundry.
Context: This is in the context of something being lost, my airpods. Then It would be used when doing chores like laundry. I then state where my airpods were found, in the washer.
Analysis: Antanagogue can be clearly identified in this example because I give the reader context before telling them the actual situation. After that I tell them the negative, which would be me thinking I lost my airpods. Lastly I give the reader a positive which was finding my airpods in the washer and learning to clean my pockets before laundry although they were not damaged.
Enumeratio #1: I love her eyes, her hair, her nose, her cheeks, her lips [etc.].
context & Analysis : In this context I am stating what I like about her.
Enumeratio #2: “The hotel renovation, including a new spa, tennis court, pool, and lounge, is finally complete” .
context & Analysis: Uses specific details to describe how large the renovation was.
Antanagogue #1: “The car is not pretty, but it runs great”
context & Analysis: You’re referring to the vehicle’s good performance as a reason to excuse its unattractive appearance.
Antanagogue #2: “When life gives you lemons, make lemonade.”
context & Analysis: I went from just lemons to making lemonade which is better than just lemons.
Enumeratio
Example 1: “ This book is a good read, it’s a thriller, not too long and has a good storyline “
Context: I’m saying I like this but but explaining why step by step.
Analysis: this is an example of Enumeratio because in the example I’m stating why I like something by continuously mentioning bits of details.
Example2:” Uggs are good shoes for the winter, they’re fluffy, warm, and comfortable.”
Context: In this example I’m explaining why uggs are good shoes to have.
Analysis: I’m giving small details step by step by listing them instead of explaining in various ways.
Antanagogue
Example1: “ I enjoyed the tour, but I don’t think the is campus is for me, yet it still is a pretty school!“
Context: During high school we’ve visited different colleges to get a feel of somewhere we might want to be and learn in for the next 4 years and I just didn’t see myself in several of those colleges, but they all had they benefit.
Analysis: this is an example of antanagogue because instead of looking further on the bad I opposed my own opinion by stating the good.
Example2: “ I broke my bed, but I was already thinking of getting a new one”
Context: I needed a new bed and boom all of a sudden mines breaks
Analysis: there is a downside to my bed breaking but however I managed to see it from the opposing side and that’s what makes this an antanagogue
Enumeratio #1:that if we want to go on this road trip we need a truck camper, snacks, a map of the land, and road music.
context & Analysis: That a group of friends was planning a road trip.
This rhetorical device adds details to the speaker statement making it more clarify to the listener. The effect it’s has on the listener they have a good understanding of what the speaker talking about. without these details the statement alone is not as flush out with the details leaving the listener not really understanding.
Enumeratio #2: My new house is amazing it has a pool, 4 bedrooms, big back yard, and has a great view of the city.
context & Analysis: That john was telling his parents about his new house.
the rhetorical device adds to the speaker statement imagery by using these detail to put a image into the listener head. The effect it has on the listener the information given can put A visual image of the house in the listener head. without this rhetorical device the statement would lose imagery making it just a normal statement.
Antanagogue#1:We chose to die on our feet, rather than live on our knees.
context & Analysis: This is a quote from the move 300. This was a response from the king who was told if he surrender his people will be spare but become slaves.
This rhetorical device adds a counterargument to the king statement because he doesn’t see life as a slave as living at all so he rather fight. The effect it has on the listener is that the king stands with his people and not afraid to fight. Without the rhetorical device the statemen lose this counter argument and sense of unity between the king and his people.
Antanagogue #2:“ It’s not the size of the dog in the fight. It’s the size of the fight in the dog.”
context & Analysis:
This quote comes from a move name Hustle & Flow. said between two man talking about there community.
This rhetorical device add to the meaning that anything is possible as long as you are willing to fight for it. The effect it has on the listener that as long as you try your hardest you get respect for giving your best. Without the rhetorical device this statement loss it’s deeper meaning of respect for trying.
Enumeratio #1: I love this lipstick because it’s vibrant, long lasting, and does not transfer.
Analysis/ Context: I just made this up but the scenario I envisioned is a beauty guru on youtube giving a product review. The person lists all the good things about the lipstick.
Enumeratio #2: These sneakers are my favorite because they are comfortable, cute, and affordable.
Analysis/ Context: I made this up but the scenario I envisioned was an employee at footlocker persuading a customer to purchase sneakers by listing all the good qualities of the sneaker.
Antanagoge #1: It may cost more to buy that coat, but it’s worth it in the long run when it lasts you years and keeps you warm.
Analysis/ Context: I made this up but it was based on when I bought my coat last year. My father always tells me to get the better quality of things even if it’s more expensive which is the downside but it will last longer which is the upside.
Antanagoge #2: I broke my phone but now I can upgrade to the newest iphone.
Analysis/ Context: This was my situation three years ago. I broke my phone which sucked but then it gave me a reason to actually purchase the newest iphone which was a huge plus.
Enumeratio
Example 1:”This new phone is wider, has a better camera, a better speaker and has a nicer color”
Analysis: I’m describing the new features on the new phone, Listing these new features can give the reader an image of what it looks like and they can see why I would like the new phone.
Example 2: “This show I’m watching is perfect, it has a good amount of action, some drama, a great story and has just enough suspense to keep me excited for the next episode”
Analysis: I’m giving the reader a few of the reasons to why I’m enjoying this new show I have found. Me listing these key parts of the tv show to the reader gives the reader and idea of what I’m interested in.
Antanagoge
Example 1: “I cracked my phone, but I needed an excuse to buy a new one”
Analysis: I’m not worried about the fact that I cracked my phone because I wanted to buy a new one but I just needed a reason to convince myself to buy myself a new phone.
Example 2: “I lost my favorite hat but it was time to get a new one anyway”
Analysis: I had lost a hat but I’m not stressing over it because it was time for me to buy another one and let go of my old one.
Antanagoge :
Example 1: She’s really nice, but when you anger her, she becomes a monster.
Analysis: This is persuading.
Enumeratio:
Example 1: We ate, went out, and finally went our separate ways.
Analysis: It shows a list of details that eventually leads up to the main idea. The sentence itself is being dragged out.
Example 2: It’s actually a simple process: get up, wash your face, brush your teeth, and stop being lazy. Hygiene is extremely important.
Analysis: Here, it also shows the details leading up to the main idea.
enumeratio #1: I loved everything about him, his smile, his passion, his ambitions, his height…
analysis & context: This sentence lists different details about what the speaker loved about “him”.
enumeratio #2: The type of house you want is one with big windows, high ceilings, spacious rooms, and more than one bathroom.
analysis & context: This sentence draws you in by the attracting details of the house someone would want.
antanagoge #1: This job requires me to move around a lot but I love traveling to new places.
analysis & context: Although the job requires the speaker to move around a lot, they’re fine with it because they enjoy traveling and new experiences.
antanagoge #2: My laptop recently stopped working but I wanted a new one anyway.
analysis & context: Although the speaker’s laptop stopped working, they imply that they wanted a new one anyway.
Enumeratio Ex #1:
It is a violation of human rights when babies are denied….
It is a violation of human rights when women and girls are sold….
It is a violation of human rights when women are doused…
Context: Human rights, Violation
Analysis: Examples of human rights violation were split into 3 different parts to amplify the subject of Human Rights Violations.
Enumeration Ex #2:
“I love her eyes, her stomach, her smile, her lips.”
Context: all are physical traits
Analysis: The author split the features into parts in order to hyperbolize his love for her physical features.
Antanagogue Ex #1:
“You’re doing great, but I think you should involve the rest of your group more in what you’re doing. You have the potential to become a high valued member of the team.”
Context:
doing great work
did not involve her group
possibility to become better
Analysis: Although her work was good, involving her team will benefit her more.
Antanagogue Ex #2:
“I recently just lost my job, but I’m still looking forward to the vacation I have planned”
Context: just lost his job ( negative )
going on vacation (positive)
Analysis: Although he lost his job which he should be down about, he is being positive and looking forward to his vacation.
Enumeratio
Example #1: “When we allow freedom to ring, when we let it ring from every village and every hamlet, from every state and every city, we will be able to speed up that day when all of God’s children, black men, and white men, Jews and Gentiles, Protestants and Catholics, will be able to join hands and sing in the words of the old Negro spiritual, ‘Free at last! Free at last! Thank God Almighty, we are free at last!'”
Context & Analysis: This quote was said by Martin Luther King jr. in his famous “I have a dream” speech. In this quote he lists all the places from where freedom will ring from and all those who will benefit from it and be free.
Example #2: “I remember the neckcurls, limp and damp as tendrils;And her quick look, a sidelong pickerel smile;
And how, once startled into talk, the light syllables leaped for her,And she balanced in the delight of her thought … “
Context & Analysis: this quote is from “Elegy for Jane” by Theodore Roethke. He speaks of a dead student named Jane but more specifically on how she looked, he does so by giving details on her hair, the way she smiled, and the beautiful spirit she had
Antanagoge
Example #1: “Did you know that she lives alone? Yet she tells me that she enjoys her life to the fullest.”
Context & Analysis: you’d hear your nosy/gossip-loving neighbor saying this. they say how that living alone as a woman is negative but shes able to live her life so thats a positive out of the whole situation.
Example #2: She died, and her enemies cried ‘How glad we were to know her.’
Context & Analysis: this would be heard after a person has died, since truths usually come out once you’re not around. its dad that she passed on but at least you’re able to see the impact that she had once she was gone, even if at the time no one appreciated her when she was still living.
Enumeratio:
– “[W]hen we allow freedom to ring, when we let it ring from every village and every hamlet, from every state and every city, we will be able to speed up that day when all of God’s children, black men and white men, Jews and Gentiles, Protestants and Catholics, will be able to join hands and sing in the words of the old Negro spiritual, ‘Free at last! Free at last! Thank God Almighty, we are free at last!’ “ – Martin Luther King Jr.
Context & Analysis:
This demonstrates a process of mentioning words or phrases step by step. If we remove commas, apostrophes, and quotation marks, it would be difficult to understand the text.
-“[A]mong such as deal in multitudes of words, none are comparable to the sober deliberate talker, who proceedeth with much thought and caution, maketh his preface, brancheth out into several digressions, findeth a hint that putteth him in mind of another story, which he promiseth to tell you when this is done; cometh back regularly to his subject, cannot readily call to mind some person’s name, holding his head, complaineth of his memory; the whole company all this while in suspense; at length says, it is no matter, and so goes on. And, to crown the business, it perhaps proveth at last a story the company hath heard fifty times before; or, at best, some insipid adventure of the relater.” – Hints Toward an Essay on Conversation (by Jonathan Swift)
Context & Analysis:
Swift describes a sober, deliberate talker, and then adds details of his qualities, making his message clear to understand
Antanagogue:
-You are actually doing some good work here, but I think you should involve the other people more in what you do. You have the potential to become a highly valued member of the team
Context & Analysis:
There is a negative point in a statement, then there is also a positive point to balance it. Even though the person was praised for doing good work, he’s also being told to involve others more.
-It’s a hard time for me as I’ve just lost my job, but I’m still looking forward to our vacation after all this time
Context & Analysis:
The negative is losing the job, and the positive is that he is still looking forward to the vacation.
Enumeratio
Ex.1: “I went to the mall, the park, the river, the salon, and finally, home.”
Context/Analysis: This statement can be used by someone who is describing what their day consisted of to a friend. They told their friend how they spent their day by listing every place they went to up until home.
Ex.2: “There are plenty of great places to check out when visiting Virginia. You can go to Busch Gardens, Virginia beach, the outlets, Pops Diner and Mount Trashmore Park.”
Context/Analysis: In this example I am telling my friend the about the sites she can visit while being in Virginia. I tell her where she should visit by listing the different places.
Antanagoge
Ex.1: “She can be quick to anger, but when you’re in need, she’ll always be there.”
Context/Analysis: The speaker may be saying this about their significant other. At first they describe the bad quality about their partner, but then states their good quality which explains that the good outweighs the bad.
Ex.2: “I may have lost my job, but I am looking forward to spending time at home.”
Context/Analysis: The speaker may be telling a friend about how they got fired from work. Even though losing their job may be a negative factor in their life, they manage to look at the positive one which is getting to be home more often now.