Explanation
The examination of linguistic forms with regard to clarity, power, ideology, and consequences. It directs criticism not only at claims but at their linguistic premises.
Example
The neutral label obscures who acts and who is affected.
Counterexample
Merely mentioning “Language criticism” without the described function is not a sufficient example.
Distinction
Do not equate it with a narrower subtype or a merely adjacent concept; the defining function is decisive.
Effect on thought and perception
It directs criticism not only at claims but at their linguistic premises.
Resonance
In the atlas, Language criticism forms a node joined by 4 previously unresolved reference lines.
Etymology
Technical core term; individual etymological review pending
Provenance
Unresolved relation network → core-concept review → Metzler/HWRh cross-check → ATLAS 238
Cite this entry
Reich, Michael (Hrsg./ed.): „Language criticism“. Atlas der Sprache, AT-CORE-238-023. ATLAS 251, data model 1.6.0. https://atlasoflanguage.com/concept/AT-CORE-238-023The address remains stable; editorial content may evolve. A verified modification date per entry is not yet available. Include your access date for precise references.