The definition "'Blogger' means an egocentric individual who wastes inordinate amounts of time writing nonsense opinions on websites that nobody reads" is an example of:
A) An operational definition.
B) A precising definition.
C) A theoretical definition.
D) A hypertextual definition.
E) A persuasive definition.

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This definition is using language that is clearly intended to persuade readers into believing a negative view of bloggers. It is not intended to offer an objective explanation of what a blogger is, but instead to influence the reader's opinions. Therefore, it is a persuasive definition.

The Definition "'Blogger' Means an Egocentric Individual Who Wastes Inordinate