WORD FORMATION IN MODERN ENGLISH
Keywords:
word formation, modern English, affixation, compounding, conversion, clipping, blending, acronyms, neologisms, vocabulary expansion, lexical innovationAbstract
The article examines the most productive word formation processes in Modern English, including affixation, compounding, conversion, clipping, blending, and acronym formation. It explores how these mechanisms contribute to vocabulary expansion and reflect social, technological, and cultural changes in contemporary English usage. Special attention is given to neologisms and the influence of globalization and digital communication on lexical innovation. The study emphasizes the dynamic nature of the English lexicon and the role of word formation in adapting to the needs of modern speakers.
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