change from above

Question 1

(1) what is change from above?

Answer 1

• linguistic change that speakers are generally aware of, conscious change - often as a result of social pressure.
• believes language can be controlled.

Question 2

(2) what is an example of change from above?

Answer 2

The Equality Act of 2010 laws are placed to punish people who use abusive/homophobic/sexist/racist terms – it is imperative to use politically correct language at work. In some cases, employees have had contracts terminated for misgendering another colleague.

Question 3

(3) what is the concept of the euphemism treadmill?

Answer 3

it explains how words that are used to replace offensive terms over time become offensive themselves, based on how our attitudes change.

Question 4

(4) what is an example of treadmill?

Answer 4

the word ‘disabled’ has become less acceptable over time.
‘a person with disabilities’ is considered more appropriate.

Question 5

(5) how does the equality act link to his euphemism treadmill?

Answer 5

• euphemism treadmill conveys how terms can become stigmatized over time. this cycle is relevant in discussions around the terminology used in the context of the Equality Act, as communities seek language that is respectful and affirming.
• both concepts intersect in how language can reflect and shape social attitudes toward equality and discrimination.

Question 6

does the euphemism treadmill believe language change can be controlled?

Answer 6

no: as the attempts made to regulate usage tends to result in more semantic changes.