The Field of Science That Studies the Psychological Aspects of Language

question 76

Multiple Choice

The field of science that studies the psychological aspects of language is called:

• A) mnemonics.
• B) psycholinguistics.
• C) psychosemantics.
• D) morphology.

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Definitions:

Negative Phrase

A linguistic expression that conveys denial, disagreement, or pessimism, often influencing the tone or mood of a conversation.

Bad-News Message

A type of communication designed to deliver unfavorable news in a tactful manner to mitigate negative reactions.

Direct Approach

A communication style where the main point or purpose is presented at the beginning, followed by supporting details or arguments.

Indirect Approach

A communication strategy that involves presenting background information before getting to the main point, often used to soften negative news or messages.