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Meaning of illocutionarity | Babel Free

Noun CEFR C2

Definitions

The speaker's intended meaning or purpose behind an utterance, distinct from the actual words spoken or the effect on the listener.

no-plural

CEFR level

C2
Mastery
This word is part of the CEFR C2 vocabulary — mastery level.

See also

illocutionary act Illogic Illogical illogicality Illogically Illogicalness

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