Definitions
The author's careful word choice used to convey precise meanings
Diction
1. a small evergreen tree
2. an honor/accolade
Laurel
True or False:
The decision to use one word instead of another, even when they have similar meanings, can change the reader’s interpretation.
True!
Luka’s notebook
Concrete.
It can be seen, heard, touched, smelled, or tasted.
Ayo what up my slime
Informal diction
Literal, dictionary definitions of a word. A word can have multiple of these
Denotations
1. 1/60th of a minute
2. The position after first
Second
True or False:
Diction is only an element in poetry
False!
Diction is a component of any piece of writing
Love
Abstract.
There are many different kinds of love and everyone has a different definition.
Hello, young man. What a mighty fine pleasure to make your aquaintance. Such nice weather we're having today!
Formal diction
Meanings or associations beyond the dictionary definitions. examples: ideas or feelings of the word
Connotations
1. A large wild animal that is omnivorous
2. to tolerate something
Bear
Diction can affect the tone of a work
True!
The different connotations of a word can be either informal/colloquial or formal
Beauty
Abstract.
Not one definition of beauty.
We regret to inform you that the package you have been expecting will unfortunately be delayed due to adverse weather conditions.
Formal diction
Two words with the same spelling/pronunciation but different meanings
Homographs
1. An entryway/ the act of entering
2. Filled with wonder or delight
Entrance
The author's diction can support the author's purpose
True! For example, if an author wants to entertain with their work, they will use playful or unexpected words.
Cheeseburger with no onions
Concrete.
It can be seen, heard, touched, smelled, or tasted.
Thank you for your consideration
Formal
Slang and colloquial language is a type of this diction
informal diction
1. Mouth wide open in wonder
2. Sacrificial love
Agape
DOUBLE POINTS:
Word play using homonyms to deliver multiple meanings at the same time is called a double-edged poem
False!
It is just called a homonym poem
Friendship
Abstract.
There are many different kinds of friendships. It cannot be seen, heard, touched, smelled, or tasted.
She literally slayed so hard
Informal