Formal diction uses complex sentence structures, perfect grammar, and a wide range of vocabulary. It’s required for final writing projects and some oral communication. Informal diction is colloquial and used in everyday conversation. Formal diction is reserved for business, educational, or legal situations. It’s often seen as academic and requires training. People have different perceptions […]
Diction is the choice of words and language personality based on context and purpose. There are no correct rules, but guidelines suggest concrete and sensory words, specificity, and avoiding adjectives and adverbs. In poetry, word order and choice shape tone and complexity. Diction is the words chosen and the personality of the language to be […]
Archaic diction, or archaism, uses old-fashioned words from a previous era, often found in poetry, books, and games. Poets may prefer archaic words for their descriptive and evocative qualities, fitting the poem’s sound and meter. However, using archaic words can also make a work less accessible to modern audiences. Archaic diction is also known as […]
