ATLAS OF LANGUAGE

AT-HAR6-0003 · ATLAS 251

Anesis

A concluding addition that diminishes what preceded it.

Explanation

A late turn retroactively lowers the force of the whole statement.

Example

She knew every sign in the atlas — but could read none.

Counterexample

She knew many signs.

Effect on thought and perception

Shows how an ending can retune an entire judgment.

Resonance

A strong movement drops to a quieter pitch at the end.

Cite this entry

Reich, Michael (Hrsg./ed.): „Anesis“. Atlas der Sprache, AT-HAR6-0003. ATLAS 251, data model 1.6.0. https://atlasoflanguage.com/concept/AT-HAR6-0003

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