EXPLORING THE DEPTHS OF MODALITY: A MULTIDISCIPLINARY PERSPECTIVE ON LINGUISTIC, PHILOSOPHICAL, AND LOGICAL DIMENSIONS
Keywords:
Modality, linguistics, philosophy, logic, aristotle, ontological modality, metalinguistic aspects, semantic analysis.Abstract
This article presents an in-depth exploration of the concept of modality, a complex and multifaceted category in linguistics, philosophy, and logic. It begins by discussing the significance of modality in modern linguistics, emphasizing its role as a fundamental linguistic category and its diverse interpretations. The article further delves into the historical perspectives, tracing the origins of the term back to Aristotle and highlighting its evolution and application in various scientific fields. The philosophical dimensions of modality, including its ontological and metalinguistic aspects, are examined, illustrating how it bridges the gap between necessity, possibility, and actuality. The study also covers the logical dimensions of modality, focusing on its significance in formal argumentation and truth evaluation. In linguistics, the article addresses how modality manifests in different languages to express a speaker's opinion, emotions, beliefs, or doubts, underlining its semantic, pragmatic, and syntactic aspects. The work of key linguists and philosophers, such as Aristotle and A.A. Medova, is discussed to provide a comprehensive understanding of modality's diverse interpretations and applications.
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