Tag: abstract

Understanding the Shift: From Abstract Ideas to Practical Applications

The shift from abstract thought to tangible action is a fascinating evolution.…

Steven Haynes

Political Equity: Bridging Philosophy and Politics at Penn

Philosopher Daniel Wodak and undergraduate Jasmine Ni at the University of Pennsylvania…

Steven Haynes

Substance Metaphor

The substance metaphor treats abstract concepts as if they were physical substances…

Steven Haynes

Orientational Metaphor

Orientational metaphors structure abstract concepts in terms of physical orientation, like 'up'…

Steven Haynes

Ontological Metaphor

An ontological metaphor conceptualizes abstract ideas as entities or substances. It allows…

Steven Haynes

Lexical Unit

A lexical unit is the smallest meaningful unit of language. It encompasses…

Steven Haynes

Lexeme

A lexeme is the fundamental unit of meaning in a language, representing…

Steven Haynes

Understanding Length: From Measurement to Abstract Concepts

Explore the fundamental concept of length, its measurement, and its diverse applications.…

Steven Haynes