Question

So strong was my desire, that I thought a gratification of it would fully compensate for whatever loss of comforts I should sustain by the exchange. Which of these is most clearly shown here?

Answer 1

Formal Diction (Apex)

Answer 2

The correct answer is a "formal diction".

A formal diction is a literary technique that offers message with an elevated tone. Free of slang, contradictions or colloquialisms. Its words are normally very elegant and elaborated, containing numerous syllabus. Its overall tone is usually elevated.