Symbols & Meanings
Words are like flags in that they are
What are symbols?
The dictionary meaning of a word is its __________ meaning
What is denotative?
Voting is a __________ term, while patriotism is an __________ one
What is concrete; abstract?
The meaning of “Yankee” depends on where you are. This shows meanings are __________
What is culture bound?
This hypothesis suggests that language and thought are deeply interrelated
What is the Sapir–Whorf Hypothesis?
When two people use the same word but interpret it differently, it’s called
What is bypassing?
If “apartment” makes you think of cleaning guilt or roommate stress, that’s the __________ meaning
What is connotative?
A word is __________ if we can see, touch, taste, smell, or hear what it refers to
What is concrete?
A new word or phrase introduced into a language, like “Ms.” or “Mx.,” is called a __________
What is a neologism?
According to Sapir–Whorf, if you don’t have a word for something, you may not be able to __________ it
What is conceive of?
“Peace” could mean quiet time, or it could mean the end of a relationship. This illustrates what principle of language?
What is “people create meanings for words”?
Why might connotative meanings cause more confusion than denotative meanings?
What is they are subjective?
The word freedom is __________, while the word passport is __________
What is abstract; concrete?
When a politician’s words are “taken out of context,” it shows that meanings are __________
What is context bound?
True or false: Expanding your vocabulary also expands your options for thinking and communication
What is true?