Illocutionary Inconsistency
Illocutionary inconsistency occurs when a speaker's intended meaning (illocutionary force) conflicts with…
Cooperative Principle
The Cooperative Principle, articulated by H.P. Grice, suggests that participants in a…
Conversational Maxim
Conversational maxims are unstated rules guiding efficient and cooperative communication. They ensure…
Chain Of Illocutionary Commitments
A sequence of speech acts where each utterance creates a commitment, building…
Speech Communication and Rhetoric
Explore the art and science of effective communication. Speech Communication and Rhetoric…
Communication and Media Studies
This field explores how humans create, transmit, and interpret messages across various…