Lexical
Pronunciation: /ˈlɛksɪkəl/
Lexical (adj)
- Connected with the meanings of words, not with grammar rules or how sentences are formed.
- Relating to vocabulary items as separate words, especially in dictionaries or word lists.
- Used to describe the specific words someone chooses in speaking or writing.
Examples
- Lexical meaning is about words, not grammar rules.
- She used lexical choices that made her message clearer.
Lexical (adjective)
Examples
- The lexical meaning of the word changed in this context.
- A dictionary gives lexical meaning, not personal opinions.