ATLAS OF LANGUAGE

AT-METZ1-0008 · ATLAS 251

Antithesis

A pointed juxtaposition of opposing ideas in parallel or corresponding form.

Explanation

A pointed juxtaposition of opposing ideas in parallel or corresponding form. Produces clarity through tension and makes a line of decision emerge.

Example

We do not collect words; we map effects.

Counterexample

We map linguistic effects.

Distinction

Antithesis is defined by contrast; chiasmus by crossed arrangement.

Effect on thought and perception

Produces clarity through tension and makes a line of decision emerge.

Resonance

Two opposing poles illuminate each other within one form.

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Reich, Michael (Hrsg./ed.): „Antithesis“. Atlas der Sprache, AT-METZ1-0008. ATLAS 251, data model 1.6.0. https://atlasoflanguage.com/concept/AT-METZ1-0008

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