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ministry of education, science andinnovations of the republic of uzbekistan national university of uzbekistan named after mirzo ulugbek english linguistics department specially: 60230100- philology and teaching languages (english) makhmudova marjona ilkhom kizi on the theme: “main tendencies of the change of meaning in english” course paper scientific adviser: senior teacher m.m. abdulkhayeva tashkent-2025 oʻzbekiston respublikasi oliy ta'lim, fan va innovatsiyalar vazirligi mirzo ulugʻbek nomidagi oʻzbekiston milliy universiteti ingliz tilshunosligi kafedrasi «60230101»- filologiya va tillarni oʻqitish(ingliz tili) ta`lim yo`nalishi mahmudova marjona ilhom qizi “ingliz tilidagi ma'no o'zgarishining asosiy tendentsiyalari” mavzusidagi kurs ishi ilmiy rahbar: katta oʻqituvchi abdulhayeva m.m. toshkent-2025 contents introduction .............…………………………………………….….. 4 chapter i theoretical aspects of semantic change 7 1.1 definition and nature of semantic change 7 1.2 types of semantic changes 12 chapter ii practical analysis of semantic change in english vocabulary 17 2.1 historical tendencies in english vocabulary 17 2.2 modern trends in semantic change 22 conclusion …

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ns. the second chapter applies these theories to real-world examples, analyzing historical and modern trends that have shaped the english lexicon. the primary objective is to examine how semantic change reflects broader societal changes and to understand the mechanisms that drive the evolution of meaning in english. through this exploration, the course work seeks to contribute to a deeper appreciation of the richness and complexity of the english language. topicality of the paper is the phenomenon of semantic change in english is a highly relevant area of study in contemporary linguistics due to the rapid evolution of language in response to social, cultural, and technological advancements. understanding how word meanings shift over time provides valuable insights into the history of the english language, the dynamics of communication, and the impact of external factors such as globalization and digital media. in the modern era, with the increasing influence of technology and …

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and technological factors. by doing so, it endeavors to enhance the understanding of the dynamic nature of language and its adaptability to shifting contexts. the tasks of the paper analyze the concept and nature of semantic change in the english language. classify the main types of semantic change, including broadening, narrowing, amelioration, and pejoration. examine the linguistic and extra-linguistic factors influencing semantic change. investigate historical examples of semantic changes in the english lexicon from old english to modern english. the object of this paper is the vocabulary of the english language, specifically the words and expressions that have undergone semantic changes over time. it focuses on both historical and modern examples of these changes, examining how meanings evolve due to linguistic, cultural, and societal influences. the subject of this paper is the main tendencies and mechanisms of semantic change in the english language, including the processes, types, and factors that …

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ge, ensuring its relevance in changing contexts. semantic change is defined as the alteration in the meaning of a word, phrase, or expression over time. this change can involve the expansion, restriction, or complete transformation of meaning. it occurs in response to shifts in cultural values, technological advancements, and historical events, among other influences. the nature of semantic change is characterized by the following features: inevitable and continuous: language constantly adapts to societal changes, making semantic change an ongoing process. context-driven: changes in word meanings often arise from new contexts in which the words are used. gradual process: semantic change typically occurs over long periods, becoming noticeable only after significant time has passed. bidirectional: a word’s meaning can shift positively or negatively (amelioration or pejoration) or expand and narrow in scope. influence of usage: frequent usage in specific contexts accelerates the process of semantic change.[footnoteref:2] [2: green r. technological terminology …

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an undergo amelioration (improving in connotation), pejoration (gaining a negative connotation), broadening (expanding in scope), or narrowing (becoming more specific). mutual influence: semantic change is influenced by social, technological, and historical developments that shape language use. semantic changes occur due to a variety of factors, which can be classified into linguistic and extra-linguistic causes: metaphor: words acquire new meanings based on similarity or analogy (e.g., "head" of a company). metonymy: a word’s meaning changes due to association or proximity (e.g., "crown" for monarchy). ellipsis: a word's meaning narrows due to shortened expressions (e.g., "to starve" originally meant "to die"). phonetic changes: sound changes can influence the reinterpretation of meanings.[footnoteref:3] [3: white b. semantic change and linguistic evolution, united states: cambridge university press, 2019, - pp. 45-90] social and cultural changes: shifts in societal norms and values alter word meanings (e.g., "gay" from "joyful" to referring to sexual orientation). technological advancements: …

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ministry of education, science andinnovations of the republic of uzbekistan national university of uzbekistan named after mirzo ulugbek english linguistics department specially: 60230100- philology and teaching languages (english) makhmudova marjona ilkhom kizi on the theme: “main tendencies of the change of meaning in english” course paper scientific adviser: senior teacher m.m. abdulkhayeva tashkent-2025 oʻzbekiston respublikasi oliy ta'lim, fan va innovatsiyalar vazirligi mirzo ulugʻbek nomidagi oʻzbekiston milliy universiteti ingliz tilshunosligi kafedrasi «60230101»- filologiya va tillarni oʻqitish(ingliz tili) ta`lim yo`nalishi mahmudova marjona ilhom qizi “ingliz tilidagi ma'no o'zgarishining asosiy tendentsiyalari” mavzusidagi kurs ishi ilmiy rahbar: katta oʻqituvchi abdulhayeva m....

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