Cost Quote by Benjamin Whichcote
“A good word costs as little as a bad one, and is worth more.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: Unknown, 2020
Words are cheap to utter, but good words are valuable and rare.
In simple terms: Good words are precious, cheap words are common.
Speak thoughtfully, choose words wisely.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- public speaking
- writing
- teaching
- leadership
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- When do you choose silence over speech?
- How can you increase the value of your words?
Overuse of words can dilute meaning.