Language Change - Key Terms

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  • Created by: Shuhena
  • Created on: 18-04-13 14:31
What is considered as archaic/obsolete lexis?
When a word is no longer used in the English Language. For example, 'thou' etc.
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Define the term pejoration
When a word obtains a negative meaning over time.
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What are neologisms?
A new word created due to factors such as slang, internet and technology etc.
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What is affixation?
the addition of bound morphemes (prefixes and suffixes) to an exitsting word (e.g. sudden + ly = suddenly)
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What is clipping?
Forming new words by dropping one or more syllable from a polysyllabic word e.g influenza is now called 'flu.'
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Define the term pejoration

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When a word obtains a negative meaning over time.

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What are neologisms?

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What is affixation?

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What is clipping?

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