Question

what is diction? what is effect?
I am learning about William Wordsworth's "lonely as a cloud" and I am so confused.

Answer 1

As simple as using google~
~"Diction is usually judged with reference to the prevailing standards of proper writing and speech and is seen as the mark of quality of the writing. It is also understood as the selection of certain words or phrases that become peculiar to a writer."
~"a change that is a result or consequence of an action or other cause."
~In a Nutshell: http://www.shmoop.com/wandered-lonely-cloud-daffodils/

Answer 2

usually judges with reference

Answer 3

Thank you @arabpride and @umar123khan

Answer 4

No Problemo~ :3