nimble Old meaning quick at stealing present meaning quick of comprehension
nimble • Old meaning: quick at stealing • present meaning: quick of comprehension
见125页 Elevation of Meaning
见125页 Elevation of Meaning
Degradation of meaning Words with a commendatory meaning may become ones with a derogatory sense. This is called degradation of meaning or deterioration
Degradation of meaning Words with a commendatory meaning may become ones with a derogatory sense. This is called degradation of meaning or deterioration
Four Kinds of Degradation of meaning A. A word falls into disrepute because of social prejudice
Four Kinds of Degradation of Meaning A. A word falls into disrepute because of social prejudice