Can I have sentence for 'Edict' and 'Diction'. This is for my context clues assignment. The word should be understandable by the context of the sentence.
Thanks
Check the definitions and examples given in these sites. Then try writing your sentences. We'll be glad to critique them.
http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/edict
http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/diction
This is a sentence for 'dictation'
The teacher started the dictation of the weekly spelling words and the students wrote it down in their notebooks.
Is your word DICTATION or DICTION?
Your sentence is good for "dictation." The only correction is that the "students wrote them in their notebooks."
THANKS.
I still haven't come up with a sentence for 'Diction'....
Certainly! Here are two sentences for you:
1. The king issued a royal edict, commanding all citizens to pay their taxes promptly.
Explanation: In this sentence, the word "edict" refers to a formal proclamation or order issued by a person in authority, such as a king or a government.
2. The author's precise diction added depth and clarity to her writing.
Explanation: In this sentence, the word "diction" refers to the author's choice and usage of words in her writing, which contributes to the overall tone and meaning of the text.
By understanding the context of these sentences, you can see how "edict" refers to a formal command or order, while "diction" refers to the specific words chosen and used in writing.