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    Interaction of logical

    and nominal meanings


    Table of contents

     The meaning of logical and nominal meanings

     Antonomasia

     The importance of using antonomasia

     The usage of antonomasia in the past and present

     Conclusion

     References
    What are logical and nominal
    meanings?

     Logical meaning- is the precise naming of a feature of the idea,


    phenomenon or object, the name by which we recognize the whole of the
    concept.

     Nominal meaning- in name or thought but not in fact or not as things


    really are; being such in name only; so-called;
    She's the nominal head of our college - the real work is done by her
    deputy.
    Antonomasia

     Antonomasia- is a literary term in which a descriptive phrase replaces a person’s name.


     The word “antonomasia” comes from ancient Greek “anti” means “instead of” and “onoma”
    is “name”

    For example:
    • Everyone believes him, not only because he always
    speaks the right thing, but also he follows his words. (normal sentence);
    • Everyone believes him, not only because he is Mr. Right, but also
    he follows his words. (with antonomasia)
    Importance of using Antonomasia

     Conveying Cultural or Historical Associations: Referring to an infl uential artist as


    “the modern-day Picasso,” as referring to the legacy and infl uence of the renowned
    painter Pablo Picasso.

     Enriching Language and Stylistics. ex: Referring to a powerful leader as “the lion of
    the Senate” instead of using their name. It helps to improve qualifying.

     Emphasizing Specifi c Traits or Qualities. Ex: Referring to Michael Jackson as “the


    King of pop” or “the Greatest” to Muhammad Ali.
    The usage of antonomasia in the past

     “The Bard of Avon” for William Shakespeare: “Bard” refers to a poet


    or singer of epic tales, and “Avon” refers to the river that runs through
    Stratford-upon-Avon, Shakespeare’s birthplace. It emphasizes his
    literary legacy and association with the town he was born.

     “The Great Emancipator” for Abraham Lincoln: “Great” denotes his


    significant historical impact, while “Emancipator” refers to his efforts
    of Emancipation Proclamation (ozodlik e’lon qilish) in 1863, which
    declared the freedom of slaves in the United States.
    The usage of antonomasia in the present

     “The King of Pop” for Michael Jackson: this highlights the


    unparalleled influence and dominance of Michael Jackson in the world
    of pop music.

     “The Iron Lady” for Margaret Thatcher: strong leadership and


    political influence as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom.

     “The Maestro” for Yo-Yo Ma: his exceptional skill and mastery as a
    classical musician, as a cellist. “maestro” is an Italian term meaning
    master or teacher, often used for highly skilled performers.
    Conclusion

     Antonomasia continues to be a powerful literary and


    rhetorical device, enriching language and communication by
    providing alternative names and epithets that evoke specific
    qualities or characteristics associated with individuals or
    objects.
    References

    • “Silva Rhetoricae” by Gideon O. Burton (for historical


    background).

    • “The Art of Styling Sentences” by Ann Longknife Ph.D.


    and K.D. Sullivan (for stylistic analysis).

    • Online literary databases like Project Gutenberg and


    literary criticism journals for examples from literature.

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