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Definition of diction

diction

/ˈdɪk.ʃən/
dic · tion
Plural:dictions
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Adjective:dictional
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diction Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

The choice and use of words and phrases in speech or writing, especially with regard to correctness, clearness, or effectiveness.

Example

"The poet's elevated diction lends a solemn, timeless quality to the verses."

2

The style of enunciation in speaking or singing; clarity of pronunciation.

Example

"Stage actors train extensively to maintain crisp diction so that even the back row can hear every syllable."

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• Rhymes for diction

• Nearby Words

dictatorialness
dictatorship
dictatrix
diction
dictionary
dictum
didactic

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the late Middle English period from Old French or directly from Latin dictio ('a saying, expression, or word'), derived from dicere ('to say or speak').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Diction. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/diction
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