Semiology (Noun)
Meaning
(philosophy) a philosophical theory of the functions of signs and symbols.
Classification
Nouns denoting cognitive processes and contents.
Examples
- The field of semiology explores how signs and symbols convey meaning and create cultural understanding.
- The philosopher's work focused on the study of semiology, examining how language influences our perception of reality.
- Semiotics and semiology are often used interchangeably, but some researchers make a distinction between the two terms.
- In the context of semiology, a red light is not just a color, but a sign that transmits a specific meaning to the observer.
- The analysis of semiology reveals the complex relationships between signs, symbols, and the cultures that create them.