Selecting Words

Rule 1 – Proper Selection of Words

• While forming the sentence proper selection of words is very important.  
• Words should have accuracy. 
• The words should be absolutely right, not close to right.
• The words has to be appropriate  to the context so, writer or reader can understand it easily as per the idea of sentence.
• Use the words as a way they are commonly used.

• The message reader got from the sentence often depends on the words used in sentence.
• Use of poor, incorrect and invalid words can make reader distract so whatever the message you want to convey is missed.
• Always use the attractive words in your sentence so it will be more interesting for audience or reader.

Rule 3 – Conciseness

• Good writing starts with profound respect for words – their denotation, their connotation, their force, their rhythm.
• The sentence should have briefness, compactness and concision.

Rule 4 – Word Choice and Audience

• Choose the words in your sentence have no difficulty, too technical and too easy so, reader may not face any communication barrier.
• Always use the interesting and understandable words so, reader or audience may not get bored.

Rule 5 – Examine the Prose

The choice of words is probably the aspect of prose style that is easiest to discuss.

Principles of Selecting Words -

1. Choose understandable words.
2. Use specific, precise words.
3. Choose strong words.
4. Emphasize positive words.
5. Avoid overused words.
6. Avoid obsolete words.