Definite Concessive Relation
A definite concessive relation signals a contrast where one proposition is true…
Defective Illocutionary Act
A defective illocutionary act occurs when the intended force of an utterance…
Declarative Illocutionary Point
A speech act theory concept defining the speaker's intention to convey information…
Counteragent As A Semantic Role
Exploring the semantic role of a counteragent, which describes an entity that…
Cooperative Principle
The Cooperative Principle, articulated by H.P. Grice, suggests that participants in a…