Explanation
The formation or syntactic use of a noun from an expression of another word class or from an entire state of affairs. It turns processes and properties into nameable objects, can condense relations, and may background acting agents.
Example
to decide becomes the decision.
Counterexample
Merely mentioning “Nominalisation” without the described function is not a sufficient example.
Distinction
Nominal style is an accumulation of nominal constructions; a single nominalisation does not yet constitute that style.
Effect on thought and perception
It turns processes and properties into nameable objects, can condense relations, and may background acting agents.
Resonance
In the atlas, Nominalisation closes 1 previously unresolved reference line(s) and opens controlled paths of thought.
Etymology
Technical core term; individual etymological review pending
Provenance
ATLAS 241 residual-case triage → profile candidate 241-B → source and neighbourhood cross-check → ATLAS 243
Cite this entry
Reich, Michael (Hrsg./ed.): „Nominalisation“. Atlas der Sprache, AT-CORE-243-022. ATLAS 251, data model 1.6.0. https://atlasoflanguage.com/concept/AT-CORE-243-022The address remains stable; editorial content may evolve. A verified modification date per entry is not yet available. Include your access date for precise references.