Enunciation vs. Elocution — What's the Difference?

To pronounce; articulate.

Elocution is the study of formal speaking in pronunciation, grammar, style, and tone as well as the idea and practice of effective speech and its forms. It stems from the idea that while communication is symbolic, sounds are final and compelling.

To state or set forth precisely or systematically

The skill of clear and expressive speech, especially of distinct pronunciation and articulation

To announce; proclaim.

The art of public speaking in which gesture, vocal production, and delivery are emphasized.

To pronounce words; speak aloud.

A style or manner of speaking, especially in public.

The act of enunciating, announcing, proclaiming, or making known; open attestation; declaration.

The art of public speaking with expert control of gesture and voice, etc.

Mode of utterance or pronunciation, especially as regards fullness and distinctness or articulation.

Utterance by speech.

That which is enunciated or announced; words in which a proposition is expressed; formal declaration

Oratorical or expressive delivery, including the graces of intonation, gesture, etc.; style or manner of speaking or reading in public; as, clear, impressive elocution.

The act of enunciating, announcing, proclaiming, or making known; open attestation; declaration; as, the enunciation of an important truth.

Suitable and impressive writing or style; eloquent diction.

Mode of utterance or pronunciation, especially as regards fullness and distinctness or articulation; as, to speak with a clear or impressive enunciation.

An expert manner of speaking involving control of voice and gesture

That which is enunciated or announced; words in which a proposition is expressed; an announcement; a formal declaration; a statement.

The articulation of speech regarded from the point of view of its intelligibility to the audience