Language Studies

noun a word or phrase that expresses a quality or attribute of the referent, typically placed before a noun

adjective serving to determine or limit

• The determinative factor in the decision was the financial viability of the project.
• The determinative thing that made me choose this restaurant was the good reviews.
• The determinative element in acing the exam is studying the night before.
• Her smile was the determinative force that brightened up his day.

noun a sign (¨) placed over a vowel, indicating that it is sounded separately from the preceding vowel

• The diaeresis is a diacritical mark placed over a vowel to indicate that it is pronounced separately.
• The diaeresis in the word 'naïve' tells us to pronounce the two vowels separately.
• I always forget to include the diaeresis when typing words like 'coöperate'.
• The diaeresis in her name symbolizes the uniqueness of her identity.

noun a word, especially one with a particular meaning or significance

verb to speak or say something

adjective having the power to move or stir the emotions; emotional

• The motivational speaker delivered a powerful speech to inspire the audience.
• I need some motivation to finish this project on time.
• I'm feeling so unmot today, I just want to lay in bed all day.
• His passion for music is the driving force behind his motivation to succeed.

noun the study of language in written historical sources; the study of ancient texts and their meanings

• The study of ancient texts and languages falls under the realm of philology.
• My friend is majoring in philology, which is basically the study of languages and literature.
• I never thought I would enjoy philology, but it's actually pretty interesting.
• In a way, philology is like solving a puzzle with words and meanings.

noun a book used as a standard work for the study of a particular subject

adjective describing something related to or characteristic of a textbook

• The textbook provides a comprehensive overview of the subject matter.
• I need to grab my textbook before class starts.
• I totally forgot to bring my textbook, I'm screwed.
• The textbook of life teaches us valuable lessons along the way.

noun the collection and publication of papyri

• Papyrology is the study and interpretation of ancient texts written on papyrus.
• I'm taking a papyrology course next semester to learn about ancient manuscripts.
• Papyrology is like detective work, piecing together fragments of old documents.
• In a way, papyrology is like unraveling the mysteries of the past through written records.

• The scholar was ablins to understand the complex theory.
• I was ablins to catch the last bus home.
• She was ablins to sneak out of the party without anyone noticing.
• The idea was ablins to take root in his mind and grow into a new project.