Semantics (AQA A-Level English Language): Quizzes
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What does semantics study in language?
What does semantics study in language?
Meaning in language
What is denotation?
What is denotation?
The factual, objective meaning
What connotations does 'home' carry beyond its dictionary definition?
What connotations does 'home' carry beyond its dictionary definition?
Warmth, safety, family, comfort
Why does 'slim' have more positive connotations than 'skinny'?
Why does 'slim' have more positive connotations than 'skinny'?
'Skinny' suggests unhealthily thin
Which word is most specific in this hierarchy: terrier, dog, animal?
Which word is most specific in this hierarchy: terrier, dog, animal?
Terrier
In the relationship between 'vehicle' and 'car', what is 'vehicle'?
In the relationship between 'vehicle' and 'car', what is 'vehicle'?
A hypernym (general term)
What semantic change has 'nice' undergone from meaning 'foolish' to 'pleasant'?
What semantic change has 'nice' undergone from meaning 'foolish' to 'pleasant'?
Amelioration
What process has 'silly' undergone, changing from 'blessed' to 'foolish'?
What process has 'silly' undergone, changing from 'blessed' to 'foolish'?
Pejoration
What is a euphemism?
What is a euphemism?
A polite expression replacing harsh words
Why might someone use animal names like 'pig' or 'snake' when referring to people?
Why might someone use animal names like 'pig' or 'snake' when referring to people?
As dysphemisms to insult or demean