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Diction
Different communication styles are necessary at different times. We would not address a stranger in the
same way as a good friend, and we would not address a boss in that same way as a child. These different
choices are all examples of diction.
Diction refers to a writer's purposeful word choice. Along with syntax, diction can be used to create tone
and imagery in creative writing. Think about your writing's purpose and the message you want to
convey. ... You can elicit any of these reactions from an audience if you choose the right words.
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