AP ENGLISH Deck 1 Flashcards
Diction
Word choice, particularly as an element of style
denotation
the literal definition of a word
connotation
the associates suggested by a word: implied meaning rather than literal meaning
charged diction
diction that contains implications beyond the meaning of words that help persuade and convey
formal diction
very classy and proper word choices
informal diction
relaxed language that we use everyday
slang
phrases and words that are more common in speech than actual writing. very informal diction
jargon
diction that is used by a group which practices similar professions/activities
vernacular
- language or dialect of a country
- language or dialect of a regional clan/group
- plain everyday speech
colloquial
an ordinary or familiar type of conversation
euphemism
a less offensive or harsh way of describing things (“physically challenged” rather than “crippled”)