Acrolect

An acrolect is a form of language or dialect that is closest to the standard or official version of a language, often used by educated speakers or in formal settings. It serves as the high-level, more prestigious variety within a linguistic continuum called a creole or dialect continuum. For example, in Jamaican Patois, the acrolect resembles standard English, while other variations or creoles may be more influenced by local languages. Essentially, the acrolect represents the 'high' or more formal linguistic style within a diverse range of language forms in a speech community.