Thesaurus results for LOCUTION

locution

noun

lō-ˈkyü-shən

Definition of locution

as in manner

a distinctive way of putting ideas into words in the poet's somewhat affected locution, word order is often reversed and so we have "the sea serene"

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Recent Examples of locution Confucius says—an old-fashioned locution, perhaps, but appropriate here—never to take interest in feats of strength. — Adam Gopnik, The New Yorker, 25 Mar. 2024 That mysterious locution and the lack of additional details raised the possibility that something more than the sniffles might be ailing the Boss. — Stuart Munro, BostonGlobe.com, 25 Aug. 2023 In diplomatic memorandums, officials avoided the term military base; the preferred locution was joint communications facility. — Cullen Murphy, The Atlantic, 15 June 2022 President Lyndon Baines Johnson was a retro Texan by birth and locution. — Chris Jones, chicagotribune.com, 2 Oct. 2019 Consider common appeals to allyship and altruism; such locutions convey a sort of optional quality, a moralistic tone, and unreliable trendiness. — Astra Taylor, The New Republic, 26 Aug. 2019

Recent Examples of Synonyms for locution

Noun

Panettiere’s official cause and manner of death have not been determined, as additional testing results are pending.

— Julianna Bragg, CNN Money, 22 Aug. 2026
What does the road map to finishing in 32nd place, but in an ethical manner, look like?

— Thomas Drance, New York Times, 21 Aug. 2026

Definition of manner

Noun

Electronic rider aids include Bosch cornering ABS, 3-stage traction control, five riding modes, a 6-axis IMU, a bi-directional quickshifter, cruise control, and TPMS.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 22 Aug. 2026
The release also introduces enhanced performance tracking, highlighted by Driving Range analytics, automatic round tracking, and a new multiplayer mode in Skill Strike, plus the addition of Victory Ranch Golf Club to Full Swing’s course library.

— Sportico Staff, Sportico.com, 21 Aug. 2026

Definition of mode

Noun

And users can choose from feeds with different algorithms, like those focused on animals or style or the most popular videos on the app.

— Clare Duffy, CNN Money, 23 Aug. 2026
Read More TopicsVenice Film Festival Get the latest fashion stories, style, and tips, handpicked for you, everyday.

— Radhika Seth, Vogue, 23 Aug. 2026

Definition of style

Noun

That ambiguity is echoed in Banks’ score, which takes on the tone of a lament and a celebration, frustration and hope, struggle and liberation, the quest for transcendence in the face of the challenges posed by daunting inequities.

— George Varga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 23 Aug. 2026
Water movement has carved patterns into the tidal flats, creating a transition from warm golden tones to cool teal waters.

— Cecilia Rodriguez, Forbes.com, 23 Aug. 2026