CMN 3 Lecture Notes - Lecture 2: Policy Of Deliberate Ambiguity, Nonverbal Communication, Euphemism
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The system of symbols (words) that we use to think about and communicate. Dog - causes a person to envision a dog (animal) or people connect dog with something else (ex-boyfriend) Semantics: meaning of words and meaning in sentences. Pragmatics: takes into account the context behind words. Words usually have multiple meanings- denotative meanings- dog : animal, or despised person. Connotative word: words that people associate feelings and emotions with. * subtle differences in word meaning can change entirely someone"s interpretation of what you are saying. I"m going out with friends - really meaning that you"re going to a rager. Equivocation: helps speakers avoid uncomfortable situations, not a lie but. Your baby is so precious (but really it looks funny) Euphemism: inoffensive words or phrases that substitute potentially upsetting words. Group identification: offers information about the group through word choice as to a person"s origins. Jargon: is technical language that is specific to industries or professions.
