NEOLOGISMS AND THEIR IMPACT ON THE MODERN DEVELOPMENT OF THE ENGLISH LANGUAGE
Keywords:
neologisms, lexical innovation, English language development, digital communication, sociolinguistics, semantic change, language evolutionAbstract
This article provides a comprehensive examination of neologisms — newly created lexical items or newly assigned meanings — and their influence on the contemporary development of the English language. The paper discusses the definitions and classifications of neologisms, linguistic and cognitive mechanisms involved in their creation and adoption, sociocultural factors driving lexical innovation, their functions in digital communication, pedagogical implications, methodological approaches, and prospects for future research. Drawing on classical and modern linguistic theories, the article argues that neologisms play a central role in reflecting societal change, technological advancement, and cultural trends, thereby shaping the dynamic evolution of English.
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