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(dic-tion) 2 syllables

Definition

noun. the choice and use of words in speech.

Example Sentence

They worked hard on their diction when speaking in Spanish.

More Example Sentences

Good diction helps people understand better.

Synonyms

wording; phrasing; language

Antonyms

silence

Hear It! Say It! Write It!

diction
Hear It! Say It! Write It!

Rhymes

  • diction
  • fiction
  • friction

  • addiction
  • affliction
  • constriction
  • conviction
  • depiction
  • eviction
  • infliction
  • nonfiction
  • prediction
  • restriction

  • benediction
  • contradiction
  • crucifixion
  • dereliction
  • interdiction
  • jurisdiction
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