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{{Dc|S}}{{start|tyle}} refers to the way a writer uses language}} to convey his or her ideas and express his or her personality. Style encompasses the writer’s choice of words, sentence structure, tone, and even punctuation. A writer’s style can be formal, informal, persuasive, narrative, descriptive, or any combination of these. It is what makes a writer’s work unique and identifiable. Good style is clear, concise, and appropriate for the audience and purpose of the writing. | {{Dc|S}}{{start|tyle}} refers to the way a writer uses language}} to convey his or her ideas and express his or her personality. Style encompasses the writer’s choice of words, sentence structure, tone, and even punctuation. A writer’s style can be formal, informal, persuasive, narrative, descriptive, or any combination of these. It is what makes a writer’s work unique and identifiable. Good style is clear, concise, and appropriate for the audience and purpose of the writing. | ||
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# [[CompFAQ:Stylistic Strategies|What is “style” and how can I make it more effective?]] | # [[CompFAQ:Stylistic Strategies|What is “style” and how can I make it more effective?]] | ||
# [[CompFAQ:Detail|What is “interesting detail” and how do I use it?]] | # [[CompFAQ:Detail|What is “interesting detail” and how do I use it?]] | ||