Words
He who wants to persuade should put his trust not in the right argument, but in the right word. (Joseph Conrad, novelist)
Even strong arguments may be lost because of ill-chosen words. Language is filled with synonyms, and the choice of a specific expression can be critical in an exchange of ideas. Commentator John Stonestreet adds, “Even . . . if you have to make the word up.” Have a solid argument, and be careful to express it with the right words.
Wise words bring approval, but fools are destroyed by their own words. (Ecclesiastes 10:12)