Transcript Diction
Diction
A particular word choice to convey
effect and meaning and to
communicate ideas, impressions,
emotions to the reader.
High or Formal
Elevated tone
Free of slang, idioms, colloquialisms,
and contractions
Polysyllabic words
Sophisticated syntax
Elegant word choice
Neutral
Standard language and vocabulary
May include contractions
Informal
Relaxed and conversational tone
Simple words, idioms, slang, jargon,
and contractions
slang
Recently coined words
Informal
Colloquial expressions
Regional
Informal or conversational speech
jargon
Particular to a trade, profession, or
pursuit
Dialect
Regional
Reveal a person’s economic or social
class
concrete
Describe physical qualities
abstract
Denotes ideas, emotions, conditions, or
concepts that are intangible
denotation
Literal definition of a word
connotation
Implicit meaning
Suggestions, associations, and
emotional overtones
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Low or informal diction (dialect, slang,
jargon)
Elevated language or formal diction
Abstract and concrete diction
Denotation and connotation