Understanding Diction

What is diction?

• the unique use of punctuation in a piece of writing

• a writing or speech's specific theme

• a speaker's choice of words that determines their style

• a type of writing that is not based on true events

Which type of diction is this an example of?:

"I think y'all will get this question right."

• Informal

• Formal

The differences of phrase and word choice in different regions of an area are called:

• Slang

• Jargon

• Colloquial

• Dialect

Informal language used inside of a certain social group is called:

• Slang

• Jargon

• Colloquial

• Dialect

Certain words used in specific groups that those outside of the group might not understand are called:

• Slang

• Jargon

• Colloquial

• Dialect

The everyday use of informal/familiar language is called:

• Colloquial

• Slang

• Dialect

• Jargon

Denotation is the:

• implied meaning of a word

• literal meaning of a word

These words clash with other words, to create discomfort.

• Abstract

• Cacophonus

• Euphonius

• Concrete

These words convey feelings, emotions, and ideas:

• Cacophonus

• Concrete

• Euphonius

• Abstract

General diction describes:

• a single object, idea, or individual

• a large group of objects