Gricean maxims

Quantity Implicature: The Art of Saying More by Saying Less

Quantity implicature, a concept in pragmatics, describes how speakers imply more than they explicitly state, relying on the listener's assumption…

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Potential Implicature

Potential implicature refers to what a speaker might suggest or imply, even if not explicitly stated. It's about the unsaid…

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Conversational Maxim

Conversational maxims are unstated rules guiding efficient and cooperative communication. They ensure clarity, relevance, and sincerity, fostering smoother and more…

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Conversational Implicature

Conversational implicature refers to what a speaker suggests or implies with an utterance, beyond what is literally said. It's about…

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