THE STRUCTURAL AND SEMANTIC DYNAMICS OF WORD FORMATION IN MODERN ENGLISH MORPHOLOGY
Keywords:
Keywords: Morphology, Lexicology, Affixation, Compounding, Conversion, Blending, Neologisms, Productive Processes.Abstract
Abstract
This article provides an in-depth linguistic investigation into the mechanisms of
word formation within the English language. Word formation is a pivotal branch of
morphology that dictates how the lexicon adapts to socio-cultural and technological
shifts. The study evaluates primary productive processes, such as affixation,
compounding, conversion, and various shortening methods including blending and
clipping. By analyzing the structural and semantic shifts involved in these processes,
the research highlights how English maintains its status as a highly flexible and
expansive global tongue.
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