Meaning & Definition of word "Enunciate"
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Enunciate
/ɪˈnʌn.si.eɪt/
verb:
- 1. To pronounce words or parts of words clearly.
- Example: It is important to enunciate clearly when giving a presentation.
- 2. To state or declare formally.
- Example: The scientist enunciated her hypothesis at the conference.
Etymology
From the Latin 'enuntiare', meaning 'to announce, to declare'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
enunciate clearly:
To speak words in an understandable and articulate manner.
enunciate one's thoughts:
To express ideas or opinions in a clear way.
Related Words
articulate:
Able to express thoughts and ideas clearly.
pronounce:
To make the sound of a word or letter.
Slang Meanings of enunciate
Meaning: To speak up.
Example Sentence: He needs to enunciate if he wants to be heard in this noisy place.
Meaning: To make it clear.
Example Sentence: She really enunciated her point, leaving no room for misunderstanding.