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Synonyms & Similar Words
tongue
dialect
jargon
vernacular
idiom
parlance
terminology
vocabulary
lexicon
phraseology
expression
communication
speech
talk
lingo
argot
cant
slang
colloquialism
rhetoric
eloquence
articulation
utterance
voice
diction
pronunciation
intonation
accent
brogue
Meaning of Language
The primary meaning of the word "language" refers to the method of human communication, either spoken or written, consisting of the use of words in a structured and conventional way.
Definitions
- The method of human communication, either spoken or written, consisting of the use of words in a structured and conventional way.
- * A particular variety of language, such as a native language or a language used in a specific region or community.
- * The language used by a particular person or group, such as a language of thought or a language of poetry.
Etymology of Language
The word "language" originates from the Old French word "langage," which is derived from the Latin word "lingua," meaning tongue or language.
Historically, the term "language" has been used to describe the spoken and written communication systems of human societies, with its meaning evolving over time to encompass various aspects of human expression and interaction.
Example Uses
- The company will provide language support for customers who speak multiple languages.
- * Her native language is Spanish, but she is also fluent in English and French.
- * The poet's use of language is characterized by its beauty and simplicity.
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
silence
muteness
inarticulateness
incoherence
gibberish
nonsense
babble
babbling
mumbo-jumbo
jargon
gibber
inexpressiveness
uncommunicativeness
taciturnity
reticence
reserve
quietness
stillness