In order to achieve a more effective writing style, one of the essential ‘must know’ elements is DICTION-a writer’s choice of words which greatly depends on context: audience, purpose and tone.
It is measured from formal to informal language usage and each is appropriate in different writing situations
Formal diction is marked by multi-syllable words, long sentences and a formal tone, being used in legal documents, technical reports and scientific articles.
Informal diction, used in everyday e-mail and popular magazine articles, is characterized by shorter words and sentences and a less formal tone.
