A2 English Language- Lexis and Semantics Quiz
What is the word for..? This quiz will name a definition of a linguistic term, and you must pick the correct term that matches the definition.
- Created by: Ellena_G
- Created on: 12-11-15 10:26
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2. What is a figure of speech?
- Simile
- Metaphor
- Idiom
- Compound
3. A phrase/name is reduced to its initials, but pronounced as a word. E.G. NATO
- Blend
- Acronym
- Initialism
- Compound
4. When something is said in a way to make it less offensive, harsh, or taboo.
- Euphemism
- Idiom
- Eponym
- Metaphor
5. The meaning of the word changes to become more negative
- Pejoration
- Amelioration
- Narrowing
- Clipping
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