Explanation
A label that assigns a devalued social trait to a person or group and attempts to fix it as identity. Condenses social judgement into a word and allows an attributed trait to eclipse a person's multiplicity.
Example
A diagnostic label is used outside its professional context as a blanket insult.
Counterexample
A mere label without the described formal, cultural or conceptual movement.
Distinction
Distinguish from Pejoration; the neighbour remains connected as a crossway.
Effect on thought and perception
Condenses social judgement into a word and allows an attributed trait to eclipse a person's multiplicity.
Resonance
Condenses social judgement into a word and allows an attributed trait to eclipse a person's multiplicity.
Cite this entry
Reich, Michael (Hrsg./ed.): „Stigmatising word“. Atlas der Sprache, AT-DEP6-0008. ATLAS 251, data model 1.6.0. https://atlasoflanguage.com/concept/AT-DEP6-0008The address remains stable; editorial content may evolve. A verified modification date per entry is not yet available. Include your access date for precise references.