Explanation
Syntactic raising of an expression to a higher position without the higher-level predicate assigning it its own semantic role. A constituent appears with a predicate to whose meaning it does not belong in terms of content.
Example
In “Paul seems to be sleeping,” “Paul” semantically derives from the embedded predicate “sleep.”
Counterexample
In “Paul promises to sleep,” “Paul” also receives a role from the verb “promise.”
Distinction
Distinction from control constructions: In “Paul promises to sleep,” “Paul” also receives a role from the verb “promise.”
Effect on thought and perception
A constituent appears with a predicate to whose meaning it does not belong in terms of content.
Resonance
Raising makes a directed relationship perceptible: A constituent appears with a predicate to whose meaning it does not belong in terms of content.
Cite this entry
Reich, Michael (Hrsg./ed.): „Raising“. Atlas der Sprache, AT-133-022. ATLAS 251, data model 1.6.0. https://atlasoflanguage.com/concept/AT-133-022The address remains stable; editorial content may evolve. A verified modification date per entry is not yet available. Include your access date for precise references.