Explanation
Naming places its object beneath the level considered fitting.
Example
This so-called masterpiece is a charming little booklet.
Counterexample
This extensive work contains many chapters.
Effect on thought and perception
Shows how naming changes rank, dignity and social perception.
Resonance
A label pulls its object into a lower-pitched field of meaning.
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Reich, Michael (Hrsg./ed.): „Tapinosis“. Atlas der Sprache, AT-HAR4-0018. ATLAS 251, data model 1.6.0. https://atlasoflanguage.com/concept/AT-HAR4-0018The address remains stable; editorial content may evolve. A verified modification date per entry is not yet available. Include your access date for precise references.