Definition

1. Verb:
   • To articulate or pronounce words clearly and distinctly: To speak in a way that each sound and syllable is audible and precise.
   • To state or express a theory, idea, or principle clearly and precisely: To set forth a concept in a definite and formal manner.

Examples of Usage

• Verb:
  • The teacher asked the student to enunciate each word carefully during the speech.
  • The philosopher enunciated a new theory of ethics in his latest book.
  • It is important for public speakers to enunciate well so the audience can understand them.

Advanced Usage

• "to enunciate a policy": to formally and clearly state a set of guiding principles or rules.

  • The CEO will enunciate the company's new environmental policy at the conference.

• "to enunciate clearly": to speak with deliberate clarity of articulation.

  • When giving instructions over a poor connection, you must enunciate clearly.

Variants and Related Words

• Enunciation (n): The act or manner of enunciating; clear articulation.

  • Her clear enunciation made her an excellent radio host.

• Enunciable (adj): Capable of being clearly expressed or stated.

  • The concept was complex but ultimately enunciable.

Synonyms

• Articulate: To express an idea or feeling fluently and coherently; to pronounce clearly.
• Pronounce: To make the sound of a word or part of a word.
• Declare: To say something in a solemn and emphatic manner.

Related Phrases

• "Enunciate a principle": To formally state a fundamental truth or proposition.
  • The founding document enunciates the principles of liberty and justice.

Notes on Meaning

• The verb enunciate often carries a formal or deliberate tone, especially when referring to stating ideas or policies. In the context of speech, it emphasizes precision and clarity of diction, going beyond simply speaking to ensuring each part of a word is heard.

Verb

1. express or state clearly
2. speak, pronounce, or utter in a certain way
   • She pronounces French words in a funny way
   • I cannot say `zip wire'
   • Can the child sound out this complicated word?