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Aristocracy Quote by José Saramago

“Words have their own hierarchy, their own protocol, their own aristocratic titles, their own plebeian stigmas.” quote by José Saramago
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““Words have their own hierarchy, their own protocol, their own aristocratic titles, their own plebeian stigmas.””

José Saramago

About This Quote

Source Novel: Blindness by José Saramago, 1995

Language structures power, assigning status and stigma to words themselves.

In simple terms: Words create social hierarchies.

Key Takeaway

Recognize how word choice shapes perception.

Themes

language power social hierarchy

Mood

critical reflective

Type

analytical philosophical

When to use this quote

  • writing
  • public speaking
  • media analysis

Key Concepts

semiotics linguistic stratification

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you choose words to empower?
  • What biases are embedded in everyday language?
A Different Perspective

Words can be misused to reinforce inequality.

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