Diction in fiction refers to word choice of the author. It can be divided into different reasons the author chose that word: denotation, connotation, and colloquialisms. Denotation is the dictionary definition while connotation refers to the implied meaning of the word. Take the word "content" for example. By definition, it means satisfied. However in use, it does not have the same meaning of happy which has a similar definition. Colloquialisms are the way in which people in specific time periods talk. An example of this is the difference between William Shakespeare does not use the same colloquials as LL Cool J.
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Diction refers to the choice and use of words and phrases in speech or writing. It includes aspects such as vocabulary, syntax, tone, and clarity, all of which contribute to the overall style and effectiveness of communication.
The antonym for diction is indistinctness or incoherence.
The prefix for "diction" is "dict-".
No, it refers to how they say it. Clarity of consonants, the speed and rhythm of speech, and accent are all diction issues. For anyone who wishes to be a public speaker or actor, diction is an important issue, as it is necessary to be easily heard and understood.
He has good diction.
formal diction is speaking or releasing words with certain enunciation.
Diction is to word as melody is to
Poetic Diction was created in 1928.
Everybody though his speech was excellent as his diction was immaculate. his diction was excellent though out his speech
the girls had to have diction when we answer her question
The noun 'diction' (from Latin dicere, to say) has two basic meanings:# the manner of enunciation when speaking. This means the way something is said, ensuring that words are pronounced correctly and stated clearly.# It can also refer to speaker's choice of words and phrases.