Language Change - Key Terms 1.5 / 5 based on 2 ratings ? English LanguageA2/A-levelAQA Created by: ShuhenaCreated 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. 1 of 5 Define the term pejoration When a word obtains a negative meaning over time. 2 of 5 What are neologisms? A new word created due to factors such as slang, internet and technology etc. 3 of 5 What is affixation? the addition of bound morphemes (prefixes and suffixes) to an exitsting word (e.g. sudden + ly = suddenly) 4 of 5 What is clipping? Forming new words by dropping one or more syllable from a polysyllabic word e.g influenza is now called 'flu.' 5 of 5
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