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Language (The power of language (Status ("The way one speaks reflects…
Language
The power of language
Status
"The way one speaks reflects the social status of that person and affects the way they are perceived."
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Sexism/Racism
"Words such as firemen and businessman are less likely to believe that a woman is able to achieve these occupations."
Naming
"At the most fundamental level, some research suggests that even the sound of a person's name changes the way we regard them.
Troublesome Language
Relative words
"Relative words are significant by comparison, so the meaning is often left unclear."
Slang and Jargon
"Slang and jargon are specialized vocabulary used by certain groups of people, so it is hard for outsiders to understand."
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Question
What exactly are the biggest differences between male and female communication? Do they communicate with the same/opposite sex the same way?
Nature of language
Symbolic
Denotative meaning
"Formally recognized definitions for words, as in those found in the dictionary."
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Connotative meaning
"Informal implied interpretations for words and phrases that reflect the people, culture and situations involved."
Interesting topic
I found it interesting that changing around certain words such as replacing I with It decreases responsibility. "I didn't finish it" vs "It's not finished."