Deconstruction (Noun)

Meaning

A philosophical theory of criticism (usually of literature or film) that seeks to expose deep-seated contradictions in a work by delving below its surface meaning.

Classification

Nouns denoting cognitive processes and contents.

Examples

  • The literary critic's use of deconstruction revealed the underlying tensions and paradoxes in the novel that had gone unnoticed by previous readers.
  • The film studies professor assigned a deconstruction of the movie's portrayal of masculinity, asking students to analyze the ways in which the narrative reinforced and subverted traditional gender roles.
  • The philosopher's deconstruction of the text exposed the contradictions between the author's stated intentions and the actual effects of the language used.
  • Deconstruction of the poem's imagery revealed a complex web of associations and allusions that challenged the reader's initial interpretation of the poem's meaning.
  • The cultural theorist's deconstruction of the advertising campaign showed how it relied on a series of subtle contradictions and paradoxes to create a sense of desire and longing in the viewer.

Synonyms

  • Deconstructionism

Hypernyms

  • Philosophical Theory

Related Words

  • Deconstruct (verb)
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