semantic change terms Flashcards

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neologism

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a new word

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pejonation

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word takes on negative meaning

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amelioration

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word takes on positive from negative meaning

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4
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broadening

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meaning of word expansion

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5
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blend

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blend of two words

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6
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eponym

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application of proper name to common device

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7
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initialism

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initials to refer to something

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acronym

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initials pronounced as a word

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