Connotations: Be careful of words that carry implications, associations or nuances of meaning that conflict with your message. Connotations are subjective and are usually culturally or emotionally based.
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Abbreviations/acronyms/colloquialisms/Jargon: If you believe your audience will recognize them, use these devices to cut down on wordiness and possibly gain rapport with your listeners/readers.
Just make sure you write out the full reference in your text before resorting to the shortened abbreviation or acronym. If you're not positive your audience will recognize certain colloquialisms or jargon, figure out a way to make it clear to the reader or avoid them. Tautologies are commonly called baby puppies. Using adjectives or phrases that repeat what another word or phrase means or implies is redundant.
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Dannye Williamsen
Working with words is my passion. Working with others to help them reach their goals is also my passion. Editing incorporates the two. Perfect! ArchivesCategories
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