enunciation
|e-nun-ci-a-tion|
/ɪˌnʌnsiˈeɪʃən/
clear pronunciation
Etymology
'enunciation' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'enuntiatio,' where 'e-' meant 'out' and 'nuntiare' meant 'to announce.'
'enuntiatio' transformed into the French word 'énonciation,' and eventually became the modern English word 'enunciation' through Middle English.
Initially, it meant 'to announce or declare,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'clear pronunciation or formal statement.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the act of pronouncing words clearly and distinctly.
Her enunciation was so clear that everyone understood her perfectly.
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Noun 2
a formal statement or announcement.
The enunciation of the new policy was met with mixed reactions.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35
