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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]This is how the cycle goes. A word is used. People use the word as intended. Word develops a negative connotation because it refers to something that is, frankly, negative. People get offended. People find new word. New word is used as intended. Word develops a negative connotation because it refers to something that is, frankly, negative. People get offended. People find new word. And so on and so on and so on.[/quote] It’s this. The connotation changes over time. My kid hated hearing special education or sped right now. He’s okay with any type of talk in medical terms, but nothing with the words special ed. Think of the word queer. It had such a negative connotation for me when I was younger and now it is embraced and proudly proclaimed by many. I am still getting used to using it and it’s hard for me. The feelings towards words change over time. [/quote]
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