Lexical knowledge
What term is used to describe words with multiple meanings?
Polysemy
How many types of connotations there are? Give examples for each type
emotional (emotional), evaluative, expressive and stylistic, or functional-stylistic
What term describes the straightforward, literal meaning of a word or phrase?
Denotative Meaning
It's impossible to convince him that he isn't right.
persuade
What is the opposite of "expand"?
Contract
What term refers to the vocabulary or words within a language?
Lexicon
How does expressive connotation differ from emotional connotation?
Expressive connotation goes beyond emotions, expressing personal feelings or attitudes.
Which type of meaning involves the additional emotional or cultural associations attached to a word beyond its literal definition?
Connotative Meaning
What's a synonym for "ubiquitous"?
Omnipresent,widespread
Give examples of Complementary Antonyms
"alive" and "dead" or "male" and "female".
Give an example illustrating a secondary meaning according to Vinogradov's classification of lexical meanings.
The word "mouse" initially referred to a small rodent but gained a secondary meaning as a computer device.
Provide an example of a word with a functional-stylistic connotation and explain its role in communication.
"Eloquent" has a functional-stylistic connotation, indicating effective and articulate expression, often used in formal contexts.
Give an example of a meaning that is not part of the standard or usual interpretation but arises in specific situations or contexts.
Occasional Meaning (Example: "Strike" - can mean a labor protest or a baseball term)
Although the treatment was abortive, the doctor learned a lot from the response by the medicine. What does the word "abortive" mean?
Ineffective
What's the antonym of "obscure"?
Evident
Which branch of linguistics focuses on the study and analysis of words, their meanings, and relationships within a language?
Lexicology
Analyze how cultural nuances can shape the emotional connotations of words across different societies.
Cultural influences can redefine emotional connotations, leading to variations in the perceived emotional weight of words.
What term refers to the meaning of words or phrases beyond their literal interpretation, often using metaphorical or symbolic representations?
Figurative Meaning
How can synonyms be classified based on their meanings?
exact synonyms, contextual synonyms, partial synonyms.
Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the underlined word.
To abate her listlessness, she went for a long walk in the country.
increase
Which type of meaning refers to the emotional or evaluative aspect associated with a word? Give examples.
Tertiary meaning. "Eagle":
primary meaning - a large predatory bird.
tertiary meaning - connotations of authority, patriotism, or majesty associated with its symbolic representation in national emblems, flags, and historical narratives.
Discuss a scenario where understanding the functional-stylistic connotation of a word is crucial in professional communication.
In legal discourse, the choice of words with specific functional-stylistic connotations can have significant implications, influencing the interpretation of legal documents.
Describe the type of meaning that is widely accepted, understood, and shared within a community or society without much variation.
Conventional Meaning
What are "absolute synonyms"?
Absolute synonyms refer to words that are identical in meaning and can be used interchangeably in any context without any change in sense or connotation.
Give an antonym to the highlighted word.
The preparations for the picnic have been meticulously completed by the programme committee on time.
Chaotically