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Which field of language analysis is concerned with the distinction between literal and figurative language?

  • Stylistics (correct)
  • Pragmatics
  • Syntax
  • Phonetics

    • What is the main characteristic of literal language?

  • It implies a non-literal meaning
  • It conveys a more complicated meaning or heightened effect
  • It maintains a consistent meaning regardless of the context (correct)
  • It uses words in a way that deviates from their conventional meanings

    • What is the main purpose of figurative language?

  • To confuse the reader
  • To use words exactly according to their conventionally accepted meanings
  • To create a consistent meaning regardless of the context
  • To convey a more complicated meaning or heightened effect (correct)

    • What does it mean for words to be equated in figurative language?

    <p>To associate words with normally unrelated meanings</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main difference between literal and figurative language?

    <p>Literal language uses words in a way that deviates from their conventional meanings, while figurative language maintains a consistent meaning regardless of the context</p> Signup and view all the answers

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