This article explores the mechanisms behind the emergence of retronyms in the context of rapid technological progress. It focuses on key factors such as technological differentiation, semantic narrowing, analogy, and socio-cultural influence as primary drivers of this linguistic phenomenon. As new technologies develop, existing words often become ambiguous, requiring modification to maintain clarity. Retronyms emerge as a practical solution, allowing speakers to distinguish between older and newer concepts without discarding established vocabulary. The study emphasizes that retronyms play an essential role in language adaptation by reflecting changes in society, communication, and innovation. They help preserve historical continuity while ensuring communicative precision in both everyday and specialized contexts. Through examples from English, the article demonstrates how lexical innovation responds dynamically to technological advancement and shifting social practices. Overall, retronyms illustrate the flexibility of language and its ability to evolve alongside human progress, maintaining both relevance and clarity in an ever-changing world.
| Mualliflar | Редактор, Главный |
|---|---|
| Jurnal | Lingvospektr |
| Nashr sanasi | 2026-04-03 |
| Jild | 3 |
| Son | 1 |
| Betlar | 269-274 |
| Til | Ingliz |
Retronyms, technological progress, semantic change, lexical Innovation, language adaptation
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