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| "Style" refers to a consistent pattern of grammar and usage, usually (but not always) a subset of edited standard English. A particular author or publication may be characterized by a recognizable style, and many people set a high value on a style that communicates clearly, forcefully, and gracefully. Achieving such a style in your own writing is hard work, demanding careful attention to grammar and usage. However, it is worth the effort because a clear and graceful style gets your message across effectively and contributes to your credibility.
The material on these pages is from Waddell, Craig. Basic Prose Style and Mechanics. Writing Center at Rensselaer. 1987. |
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