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STYLISTIC COMPOSITION OF VOCABULARY: LITERARY, NEUTRAL,
AND COLLOQUIAL WORDS AND THEIR STYLISTIC FUNCTIONS
Abdumannonova Gulshanoy
studen of Andijan State of Foreign Languages
Academic supervisor:
Abdulazizova Sevara
Annotation:
This article discusses the stylistic composition of vocabulary in
English, focusing on literary, neutral, and colloquial words. It explores the subtypes of
literary vocabulary such as terms, archaisms, neologisms, and poetic words, and
analyzes their stylistic roles in different texts.
Keywords
: Stylistics, vocabulary, literary words, neutral words, colloquial
words, terms, archaisms, neologisms, poetic words, stylistic function.
The vocabulary of a language is not just a collection of words, but a powerful
tool of expression. In stylistics, words are categorized based on their usage and stylistic
value. These categories include literary words, neutral words, and colloquial words.
Each group plays a distinct role in communication and literary expression.
Literary Words
Literary words are formal, elevated, and often found in written texts such as
novels, speeches, and academic works. They are typically used in serious contexts and
are considered appropriate for official and artistic communication.
Neutral Words
Neutral words are the most common and widely used in both spoken and written
language. They carry no emotional or stylistic coloring and are used in everyday
communication. Examples include “book,” “write,” or “house.”
Colloquial Words
Colloquial or informal words are used in casual conversations. They often
include slang, contractions, or regional expressions. These words bring liveliness and
a sense of realism to dialogues in literature.
Stylistic Types of Literary Words
Terms (Terminology): These are words used in specific professional or
academic fields, such as “photosynthesis” (biology) or “inflation” (economics). They
are precise and lack emotional coloring.
Archaic Words (Archaisms): Old or outdated words that are no longer
commonly used in modern language, such as “thou” or “thee.” Writers may use them
to create a historical or poetic tone.
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Neologisms: Newly coined words or expressions that have recently entered the
language, such as “selfie” or “binge-watch.” They reflect social and technological
changes.
Poetic Words: Words that are specially used in poetry to create musical or
emotional effects, such as “ere” (before) or “o’er” (over). They elevate the language
and intensify the emotional tone.
Stylistic Function in Texts
These word types are not just lexical categories—they carry stylistic functions.
For example:
Literary words make writing more serious and formal.
Colloquial words add realism and relatability to dialogue.
Archaic and poetic words can give a text a nostalgic or lyrical quality.
Neologisms keep the language fresh and modern.
Writers and speakers choose these words based on the purpose, tone, and target
audience of their communication.
Reference
1.
Galperin, I. R. Stylistics. Moscow: Higher School Publishing House, 1981.
