ACC ENG II DICTION TERMS REVIEW

Which word has the most negative connotation?

words with one syllable

Diction that is neutral and factual

Words with negative or positive emotions attached to them

Benevolently, Josefina personally sanitized multiple disgusting utensils. All of these words are:

What is the most positive way of saying that someone is overweight

Words that lack refinement or taste

When analyzing diction, always use an __________ in front of the word "diction."

Informal use of vocabulary that is often playful and metaphorical

Words with three or more syllables

Diction that uses flowery language like simile and metaphor

The word apprehensive is both:

Her brother's eyes were two emeralds staring at her from across the table with malevolence is _____ diction.

The exact meaning, actual or factual

Words specific to a particular field or hobby

The exact dictionary meaning

All classic novels contain __________ diction.

The opposite of objective. Words that appeal to emotions.

Overused or trite expressions

Language in which pronunciation, sentence structure etc. adheres to traditional standards of correctness and usage