What is the role of diction in writing?

a. to make language more specific

b. to give meaning by grouping words

c. to guide the structure of sentences

d. to clarify written communication using structure

The role of diction in writing is to make language more specific. The correct answer is option A. Diction in writing is the writing style of a writer depending on the choice of words he or she uses. When a writer chooses inappropriate words, this would easily distract and lose the interest of readers thus, reflecting to the writer as a bad writer. Word choices should be specific and understandable enough that all readers can understand the message you are trying to convey.