diction
Translation
diction, enunciation
Examples
The actor's diction was clear and precise.
The actor's diction was clear and precise.
Her poetic diction is quite remarkable.
Her poetic diction is quite remarkable.
Grammar Patterns
((adjective)) diction (adjective) way of speaking The speaker had excellent diction.
Similar Words
Synonyms: enunciation, articulation, phrasing, wording
Etymology
From Latin 'dictio' (a saying, word), which comes from the verb 'dicere' (to say).
Memory Tips
Connect 'diction' to 'dictionary'. Both are about words. Good diction is about choosing and saying words well.