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/ɛn.juːˈkeɪʃən/ · en.u.ci.a.tion
noun
  1. The act of pronouncing words clearly and correctly. The teacher emphasized the importance of proper enunciation in public speaking.
  2. The way in which words are pronounced. The enunciation of the actor in the movie was impressive.
verb
  1. To pronounce words clearly and correctly. She enunciated each word carefully to ensure that everyone understood her.

Synonyms

articulationpronunciationdeliveryelocutionexpressioninflectionintonationspeech

Antonyms

mumblingslurringindistinctnessinarticulatenessunclearnessvagueness
Did you know? The term 'enunciation' is often used in the context of public speaking, where clear and correct pronunciation is crucial for effective communication.

Related terms

articulatepronouncespeechvocallanguagecommunicationeloquencedialect
Written by Lexi Wordsworth, Dictionary Editor 0 lookups Added Jul 15, 2026