lexical meaning Flashcards
1
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synonymy
A
relationship with lexemes that have similar meanings. slightly different depending on situational/cultural contexts, degree of formality, connotations, effects on tone and style of discourse
2
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antonymy
A
relationship between lexemes with contrasting meanings
3
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hyponymy
A
hyponym is a word under a hypernym - eg. hypernym: vehicle
hyponym: van, car, truck
4
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idiom
A
commonly used fixed phrases with non-literal meanings. generally in colloquial language.
5
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euphemism
A
word that masks an unpleasant meaning, indirect alternative. avoids causing embarrassment, giving offence on taboo topics
6
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dysphemism
A
word used to magnify an unpleasant meaning. for humor, or to cause offence
