wording

noun

word·​ing ˈwər-diŋ 

: the act or manner of expressing in words : phraseology

Synonyms of wording

• language
• diction
• formulation
• phrasing

Examples of wording in a Sentence

What's the exact wording of the agreement?

it's important to get the wording of this law precisely correct

Recent Examples on the Web

Browne himself suggested wording that became a part of the title. — Maddie Stone, ProPublica, 25 June 2026

Another issue is differences in language and wording, which leads to conflicts. — Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 29 June 2026

The new wording gives widening projects — particularly those in rural areas — more leeway. — Ariane Lange, Sacbee.com, 25 June 2026

The justices split over whether this was a simple dispute over legal wording or a moral question involving desperate families. — Los Angeles Times, 25 June 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1649, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for wording

• birding
• girding
• herding
• undergirding

Kids Definition

wording

noun

word·​ing ˈwərd-iŋ 

: the way in which something is put into words