#  Key Terms for Semantics and Lexicon 

 



These words form part of the discussion of the readings for this section, and you should become familiar with them. You can find them defined separately in the Glossary in the back of our textbook, as well as the [online glossary on this site](/glossary). Some of these terms may also come from our lectures, supplementary readings, and workbook exercises for the unit. *You may find it helpful to continually refer back to this list as you progress through the material and lectures of this unit.*

lexicon  
semantics  
metaphor  
metonymy  
synecdoche  
generalization  
specialization  
subjective  
objective  
pejoration  
amelioration  
synaesthesia  
euphemism  
taboo  
calque  
back formation