ATLAS OF LANGUAGE

AT-HAR2-0026 · ATLAS 251

Synonymia

A sequence of expressions with similar meanings used to reinforce or expand upon a concept.

Explanation

Related words together form a denser field of resonance.

Example

Atlas example in editorial form: A sequence of expressions with similar meanings to reinforce or expand upon a concept.

Counterexample

Neutral phrasing lacking the structure described for synonymia.

Distinction

The distinction from synonymy and climax is explored in greater depth in the source reference.

Effect on thought and perception

Adjacent words together form a denser field of resonance.

Resonance

Adjacent words together form a denser field of resonance.

Cite this entry

Reich, Michael (Hrsg./ed.): „Synonymia“. Atlas der Sprache, AT-HAR2-0026. ATLAS 251, data model 1.6.0. https://atlasoflanguage.com/concept/AT-HAR2-0026

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