enunciation

noun

Definition of enunciationnext
as in articulation
the clear and accurate pronunciation of words especially in public speaking a radio announcer who is known for his very careful enunciation

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  1. articulation
  2. speech
  3. diction
  4. expression
Noun
  • Since loads change mostly in the vehicle’s cargo area, this also facilitates strong payload and towing capacities, will make lifting the vehicle easy, and enhances articulation over off-road obstacles.
    Wes Siler, Outside Online, 24 Oct. 2024
  • Highly posable, with 13 points of articulation, stylish two-toned rooted hair, and a fully poseable body with bendable joints—neck, shoulders, hips, knees, and ankles—each doll comes complete with two mix-and-match outfits for hours of styling and play.
    Toby Rose, Parents, 24 Oct. 2024
Definition of articulation
Noun
  • In a letter sent to football players and their families, Kelly Lara, an assistant district superintendent, said two incidents occurred involving racist speech made toward, and about, a Black teammate.
    Krissy Waite, The Mercury News, 13 Nov. 2024
  • Old trees also matter for climate change, as Biden noted in his Seattle speech.
    April Ehrlich, ProPublica, 12 Nov. 2024
Definition of speech
Noun
  • Solange’s ornate diction and rhythmic delivery reveal the imprint of Max Eggers’ collaboration with his brother Robert on the script for 2019’s The Lighthouse, although to more frequently humorous effect in this case.
    Justin Lowe, The Hollywood Reporter, 3 Sep. 2019
  • Walz let Vance get away with Stop the Steal diction and spin the bottle to make censorship and cancel culture Harris’ fault.
    Ted Johnson, Deadline, 1 Oct. 2024
Definition of diction
Noun
  • Observing tail posture in rats adds a new layer to our understanding of rat emotional expression, reminding us that emotions are expressed throughout the entire body.
    Kelly Lambert, Discover Magazine, 14 Nov. 2024
  • The Pinot Cask expression is also part of the Finishing Series.
    Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
Definition of expression
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