Word Choice
Word choice is the rich, colorful, precise language that writers use to create mental images that move and enlighten readers. Very often, young writers think about adjectives when they consider word choice but creating beautiful language involves far more than simply using descriptive words. When providing instruction on word choice, lessons should include:
- Using precise, specific nouns
- Using playful, surprising words
- Using strong action verbs
- Using descriptive adjectives and adverbs
