Wording

/ˈwɜːrdɪŋ/

Meaning & Definition

noun

The choice and phrasing of words used to express something.

The wording of the contract was clear and unambiguous.

The manner in which something is expressed in words.

Her wording in the letter was formal yet friendly.

The specific phrasing or wording chosen for a message or communication.

The wording of his speech had to be revised multiple times.

Derived from the base word 'word' combined with the suffix '-ing' indicating action or resulting state.

wording it differently

Expressing the same idea in different terms.

fine wording

Careful and precise arrangement of words.

put it into words

To express something in speech or writing.

phrase

A small group of words standing together as a conceptual unit.

sentence

A set of words that expresses a complete thought.

vocabulary

The set of words known and used by a person or group.

The way you've laid it out.

I like the wording you used in that email; it was direct.

How you say it matters.

Her wording was on point; she really nailed the message.