Relating to diction; concerning the choice and use of words in speech or writing.
From 'diction' (Latin dictio, from dicere 'to say') + '-al' (adjective suffix). Diction itself refers to the style and quality of spoken or written language.
Teachers mark up essays with notes about 'dictional choices'—they're evaluating whether you picked the right words to express your ideas, which is a key part of good writing!
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