THE INFLUENCE OF SOCIAL MEDIA ON LEXICAL INNOVATION IN THE ENGLISH LANGUAGE
Keywords:
Social media, lexical innovation, English language, neologisms, digital communication, language change, memes, hashtags, slang, abbreviation, semantics, language evolution, online communitiesAbstract
This article explores how social media platforms have become powerful catalysts for lexical innovation in the English language. It examines the mechanisms through which new words, phrases, and linguistic styles emerge and spread rapidly online. The study highlights the role of user-generated content, memes, hashtags, and digital communities in shaping language trends and enriching vocabulary. Additionally, it discusses the influence of social media on informal language, abbreviation practices, and semantic shifts. The article provides evidence of the interaction between social media and language evolution, emphasizing the dynamic, participatory nature of modern English.
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