Lexis and semantics Flashcards
1
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Denotation
A
Straightforward meaning / definition of a word
2
Q
Connotation
A
Associations a word has, or the emotions raised by a word
3
Q
Implication
A
When a meaning is suggested, rather than being directly state
4
Q
Ambiguity
A
Where a word or phrase can be interpreted in more than one way.
5
Q
figurative language
A
thinks like a metaphor
6
Q
Semantic pejoration
A
Connotations of words get worse over time
