A Functional-Discursive Analysis of Lexical Syntactic and Syntactic-Stylistic Devices in English Media Discourse
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https://doi.org/10.5281/Keywords:
English media discourse, lexical-syntactic features, syntactic stylistic devices functional discourse analysis, discourse analysis, media language, persuasion ideology, framing, lexical choice, connotation, syntax, sentence structureAbstract
This article presents a functional-discursive analysis of lexical-syntactic and syntactic-stylistic devices in English media discourse. It investigates how specific linguistic choices contribute to the construction of meaning, the persuasion of audiences, and the overall impact of media messages across various genres (news reports, editorials, opinion pieces, etc.). The study examines the interplay between lexical selection (including connotation, framing, and ideological word choice), and syntactic structures (sentence complexity, passive voice, information flow) in shaping reader interpretation. The analysis explores the functional role of these linguistic features in achieving specific discursive goals, such as establishing credibility, influencing public opinion, and framing events. The research contributes to a deeper understanding of the persuasive power of language within media communication and offers insights into how linguistic tools shape public perception and discourse. Examples from contemporary English media are used to illustrate the findings.
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