Lecture 3 Choiceofwords(II)ProprietyandCreativity.pptVIP

The relationship between propriety and creativity Neologism and coinage Devices of choosing words 3.1 The relationship between  propriety and creativity What’s Propriety? Propriety refers to the appropriate choice of words. material → measurement → tailoring = coat (fit) (grammar and vocabulary) material → measurement → age → personality → profession → tailoring = coat (suitable) fit + suitable = propriety What’s Creativity? Creativity comes out of creative thinking, which includes producing original ideas and fresh ways