Word Formation, Neologisms & Lexical Choice

What this note covers

1. Word Formation Processes
2. Neologisms: New Words for New Needs
3. Denotation, Connotation and Semantic Range
4. Lexical Fields and Their Social Functions
5. Jargon, Slang and Lexical Choice in Context
6. Applying Lexical Analysis in Exam Responses
7. Australian English as a Case Study in Lexical Variation

7 sections · 14 key terms & formulas · 6 common mistakes