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Language

Of of pertaining to any method of human communication, either spoken or written, consisting of the use of words in a structured and conventional way, whether united in a system specific to a country or region.

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abstract words

Language; Public speaking

Words that refer to ideas or concepts.

concrete words

Language; Public speaking

Words that refer to tangible objects.

qualifiers

Language; Public speaking

Words that suggest the degree of confidence a speaker has in the conclusion of his or her argument.

encoding process

Language; Public speaking

The process by which the speaker combines words, tones, and gestures to convey thought and feelings to the audience.

transaction

Language; Public speaking

The process by which we discover who we are as we communicate with others.

localization and personalization

Language; Public speaking

The process of changing details of a story or joke to suit the intended audience.

reasoning

Language; Public speaking

The process of drawing a conclusion on the basis of evidence.