nounstyle
Nounstyle is a term used in linguistic and stylistic discussions to describe a writing style that foregrounds nouns and noun phrases, often through the use of nominalizations to convey actions and states. In nounstyle, the density of nouns relative to verbs and adjectives creates a compact, information-dense texture that can read as precise and impersonal.
Core features of nounstyle include a high ratio of nouns to verbs, frequent nominalizations such as analysis,
Nounstyle appears in various domains, including headline writing, signage, business reports, technical documentation, and certain design-oriented
Advantages of nounstyle include conciseness, conceptual clarity, and a strong, businesslike tone. Drawbacks include potential abstraction,
Examples of nounstyle phrases include: data analysis results; efficiency improvement; project deployment; stakeholder alignment. These illustrate
See also: nominalization, noun phrase, style guides, information design.