Explanation
The combination of opposed or strongly tension-laden determinations within a single assertion. It holds opposites together rather than resolving them and produces insight from the challenge of their joint validity.
Example
His loud silence dominated the room.
Counterexample
Merely mentioning “Synoeciosis” without the described function is not a sufficient example.
Distinction
An oxymoron usually joins two contradictory words; synoeciosis may form a broader predicative binding of opposites.
Effect on thought and perception
It holds opposites together rather than resolving them and produces insight from the challenge of their joint validity.
Resonance
In the atlas, Synoeciosis closes 1 previously unresolved reference line(s) and opens controlled paths of thought.
Etymology
Technical core term; individual etymological review pending
Provenance
ATLAS 241 residual-case triage → profile candidate 241-C → source and neighbourhood cross-check → ATLAS 244
Cite this entry
Reich, Michael (Hrsg./ed.): „Synoeciosis“. Atlas der Sprache, AT-CORE-244-021. ATLAS 251, data model 1.6.0. https://atlasoflanguage.com/concept/AT-CORE-244-021The address remains stable; editorial content may evolve. A verified modification date per entry is not yet available. Include your access date for precise references.