Diction
noun
The choice and use of words and phrases in speaking or writing.
He is respected for his clear and effective diction in the speeches.
Often appears as...
- clear diction
- effective diction
noun
The style of speaking in a clear and effective way, especially in public.
Her diction is precise and clear, which makes her an amazing speaker.
Often appears as...
- clear diction
- precise diction
noun
The choice and use of words and phrases in speaking or writing.
He is respected for his clear and effective diction in the speeches.
Often appears as...
- clear diction
- effective diction
noun
The style of speaking in a clear and effective way, especially in public.
Her diction is precise and clear, which makes her an amazing speaker.
Often appears as...
- clear diction
- precise diction
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Pro Tip 1/3Vocabulary Impact
Using rich and specific diction can sharply convey your thoughts and make your writing more compelling.
Her poetic diction painted a vivid image of the sunrise in readers' minds.
Pro Tip 2/3Genre-Specific
Diction varies with genre; academic papers often require formal diction, while fiction might use informal styles.
His casual diction was perfect for the coming-of-age novel.
Pro Tip 3/3Tone Setter
Choose your diction to set the tone of your writing, whether it's serious, humorous, or suspenseful.
Her menacing diction had us on the edge of our seats.
Pro Tip 1/3Vocabulary Impact
Using rich and specific diction can sharply convey your thoughts and make your writing more compelling.
Her poetic diction painted a vivid image of the sunrise in readers' minds.
Pro Tip 2/3Genre-Specific
Diction varies with genre; academic papers often require formal diction, while fiction might use informal styles.
His casual diction was perfect for the coming-of-age novel.
Pro Tip 3/3Tone Setter
Choose your diction to set the tone of your writing, whether it's serious, humorous, or suspenseful.
Her menacing diction had us on the edge of our seats.
Pro Tip 1/3Vocabulary Impact
Using rich and specific diction can sharply convey your thoughts and make your writing more compelling.
Her poetic diction painted a vivid image of the sunrise in readers' minds.
Pro Tip 2/3Genre-Specific
Diction varies with genre; academic papers often require formal diction, while fiction might use informal styles.
His casual diction was perfect for the coming-of-age novel.
Pro Tip 3/3Tone Setter
Choose your diction to set the tone of your writing, whether it's serious, humorous, or suspenseful.
Her menacing diction had us on the edge of our seats.
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records to be moved and relocated so those animals have to be euthanized a long time ago we decided we need an alternative model to the trap and kill and it focuses on the diction exclusion removal and reunion leaving these
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Jamila Lyiscott: 3 ways...
Today, a baffled lady observed the shell where my soul dwells And announced that I'm "articulate" Which means that when it comes to enunciation and diction
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How to Evict Your...
records to be moved and relocated so those animals have to be euthanized a long time ago we decided we need an alternative model to the trap and kill and it focuses on the diction exclusion removal and reunion leaving these
Video examples
Jamila Lyiscott: 3 ways...
Today, a baffled lady observed the shell where my soul dwells And announced that I'm "articulate" Which means that when it comes to enunciation and diction
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Aristotle
Greek Philosopher
In constructing the plot and working it out with the proper diction, the poet should place the scene, as far as possible, before his eyes. In this way, seeing everything with the utmost vividness, as if he were a spectator of the action, he will discover what is in keeping with it, and be most unlikely to overlook inconsistencies.
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Julie Andrews
English Actress
I had a teacher who stressed for me the importance of diction in terms of... I want to be very careful about how I say this... in terms of supporting one's voice when one is singing. In other words, if you hold on to your words, your voice will pull through for you when you're singing. So be true to your vowels.
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Aishwarya Rajesh
Indian Actress
I had to do a lot of preparation for 'Kaaka Muttai.' I had to literally spend every night and morning in the slums, observing the life of people there, and work on my diction.
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Alec Guinness
English Actor
An actor is totally vulnerable. His total personality is exposed to critical judgment - his intellect, his bearing, his diction, his whole appearance. In short, his ego.
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Mimi Chakraborty
People said 'Mimi doesn't know how to act and her diction is bad,' but my perseverance helped me overcome my shortcomings and here I am today.
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Gurmeet Choudhary
Indian Actor
For the role of a lawyer, I made sure I learnt the correct diction and most importantly I made sure I got the lawyer lingo correct.
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Chuck Berry
American Musician
Listening to Nat Cole prompted me to sing sentimental songs with distinct diction.
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Paul Robeson
American Actor
You know I am an actor, and I have medals for diction.
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Kanye West
American Rapper
This dark diction has become America's addiction.
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Aretha Franklin
American Musician
I still have perfect diction!
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Aristotle
Greek Philosopher
In constructing the plot and working it out with the proper diction, the poet should place the scene, as far as possible, before his eyes. In this way, seeing everything with the utmost vividness, as if he were a spectator of the action, he will discover what is in keeping with it, and be most unlikely to overlook inconsistencies.
Quote examples
Julie Andrews
English Actress
I had a teacher who stressed for me the importance of diction in terms of... I want to be very careful about how I say this... in terms of supporting one's voice when one is singing. In other words, if you hold on to your words, your voice will pull through for you when you're singing. So be true to your vowels.
Quote examples
Aishwarya Rajesh
Indian Actress
I had to do a lot of preparation for 'Kaaka Muttai.' I had to literally spend every night and morning in the slums, observing the life of people there, and work on my diction.
Quote examples
Alec Guinness
English Actor
An actor is totally vulnerable. His total personality is exposed to critical judgment - his intellect, his bearing, his diction, his whole appearance. In short, his ego.
Quote examples
Mimi Chakraborty
People said 'Mimi doesn't know how to act and her diction is bad,' but my perseverance helped me overcome my shortcomings and here I am today.
Quote examples
Gurmeet Choudhary
Indian Actor
For the role of a lawyer, I made sure I learnt the correct diction and most importantly I made sure I got the lawyer lingo correct.
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Chuck Berry
American Musician
Listening to Nat Cole prompted me to sing sentimental songs with distinct diction.
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Paul Robeson
American Actor
You know I am an actor, and I have medals for diction.
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Kanye West
American Rapper
This dark diction has become America's addiction.
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Aretha Franklin
American Musician
I still have perfect diction!
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