Diction (Word
Choice and Order) Affects:
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Meaning
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Misused Words
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Nonspecific Nouns
o
Slang/Jargon
o
Euphemisms
o
Sexist Language
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Tone
o
Level of
Formality
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Contractions,
Acronyms
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Slang, Jargon,
Figures of Speech
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Proper/Strict
Language
o
Connotation
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Associated Images/Emotions
o
Clich�s, Figures
of Speech
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Emphasis
o
Multiple terms
(Order matters)
o
Active vs.
Passive Voice
o
Front Load vs.
Back Load
Use the meaning, tone and
emphasis you purposely want.� Default to
direct meaning and formal tone.� Proofread
for effective diction.