economy of language
Definitions
The practice of using the fewest words possible to convey a clear and precise meaning.
A stylistic approach in writing or speech that avoids redundancy and unnecessary ornamentation.
The efficient use of linguistic resources to achieve maximum impact with minimal vocabulary.
Examples
The poet was praised for her economy of language, conveying profound emotion in just a few carefully chosen words.
Technical writing requires an economy of language to ensure that complex instructions remain clear and concise for the reader.