Semantics of common vocabulary in the description of economic phenomena (based on Brexit description in English news discourse)
https://doi.org/10.18384/2310-712X-2022-3-54-64
Abstract
Aim is to identify semantic features of vocabulary in the characteristics of Brexit as a phenomenon in the headlines of articles in English-language news discourse.
Methodology. The main semantic groups of common vocabulary used in the description of Brexit events are considered. The methods of observation, generalization, description and interpretation of the results, discursive and quantitative analysis were used in the study.
Results. The main semantic groups of commonly used vocabulary are identified and analyzed. They help to influence the recipient’s perception and his to form the assessment. The author draws the conclusions about the pragmatic potential and effect of various semantic groups of words and techniques, that allow to reduce the positive pragmatic orientation and carry out effective impact on the perception of a recipient.
Research implications. The results of the study contribute to the theory of linguistic expertise, discourse analysis and speech impact.
About the Author
E. V. Dvoynina
Russian Customs Academy
Russian Federation
Russian Federation
Ekaterina V. Dvoynina – Cand. Sci. (Philology), Assoc. Prof., Department of English in Customs Activities
Komsomolskiy prospect 4, Lyubertsy 110015, Moscovskaya oblast, Moscow Region
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