Synonyms for

Linguistics

Verb / lɪˈŋgwɪstɪks / Another word for linguistics — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Synonyms & similar words

philology

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Formal

philology glottology

Common collocations

  • applied linguistics
  • theoretical linguistics
  • computational linguistics
  • historical linguistics
  • linguistics department
  • linguistics research
  • linguistics degree

Word family

noun linguistics
adjective linguistic

Usage note

Linguistics is the scientific study of language. It is a specialized academic field with no direct antonyms. Its formal synonyms are rare and often refer to older or more specific branches of study.

Example sentences

  1. 1. Linguistics is her favorite subject in school.
  2. 2. He is conducting research in the field of sociolinguistics.
  3. 3. The linguistics department at the university offers many courses.
  4. 4. The study of linguistics has helped us understand language better.
  5. 5. She is writing her thesis on historical linguistics.

Quotes

  • 1. "The study of linguistics gives us a unique insight into the human mind and its workings." - Noam Chomsky
  • 2. "Linguistics is the science of language, and its goal is to understand the nature of language in all its facets." - Steven Pinker
  • 3. "Language is the mirror of the mind." - Lev Vygotsky

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