Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
punctuation
noun
/pʌŋk.tʃuː.eɪ.ʃən/
Definition
The use of symbols in writing to clarify meaning and separate elements.
Examples
- Proper punctuation is essential for clear communication.
- She forgot to add punctuation to her essay, making it hard to read.
- Commas, periods, and exclamation points are all types of punctuation.
Meaning
Punctuation refers to the marks used in writing that help to organize and clarify the text. These marks indicate pauses, the end of sentences, and the structure of sentences.
Synonyms
- punctuating marks
- punctuative symbols
- sentence markers
