enunciation

American  

[ih-nuhn-see-ey-shuhn] / ɪˌnʌn siˈeɪ ʃən /

noun

1. an act or manner of enunciating.

2. utterance or pronunciation.

3. a formal announcement or statement.

   the enunciation of a doctrine.

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Other Word Forms

• nonenunciation noun
• reenunciation noun

Etymology

Origin of enunciation

First recorded in 1545–55, enunciation is from the Latin word ēnūntiātiōn- (stem of ēnūntiātiō ). See enunciate, -ion

Example Sentences

“This country was founded in response to a monarchy. And the Constitution is a document of limitations — frequent limitations — and enunciation of rights.”

From Los Angeles Times

Of the two, Mr. Fry has the clearer enunciation, making him ideal as a traveling companion.

From The Wall Street Journal

The whiplash between bitter and sweet is arresting, but Ms. Lindsey’s velvety mezzo is never less than beautiful, and her enunciation of German, English and French texts is impeccably crisp.

From The Wall Street Journal

Plus, both songs share a secret weapon: Swift’s irresistible enunciation of the word “baby.”

From Los Angeles Times

After some initial hesitation, Grace realizes she has nothing to lose and takes to the stage, ready to give the song her best Gerard Way, full-throated glottal enunciation.

From Salon