Lexicology

Question 1

Lexical Choice

Answer 1

• choice of words in a text
• how do these words help achieve function? why are they used?

Question 2

Word Loss

Answer 2

• words that die off from language over time
  e.g. Sheila

Question 3

Jargon

Answer 3

• more formal, technical words or expressions from a specific field
• signal expertise and group membership, build rapport with those of similar interes
  e.g. subpeona, affadavit

Question 4

Elevated Lexis

Answer 4

• fancier words which are not in common parlance
• increase formality, establish professionalism
  e.g. eloquent, solemnity

Question 5

Slang

Answer 5

• informal words or expressions belonging to a particular group like teens
• decreases register, signal group membership, build rapport and intimacy, is ephemeral
  e.g. bet, cuz, g

Question 6

Colloquialisms

Answer 6

• similar to slang but last longer and more widely accepted, not exclusive to a particular group
  e.g. hard to swallow

Question 7

Politeness Markers

Answer 7

• words that signal politeness
• reflect formality of text, soften imperatives
  e.g. please, thank you