JALL (Journal of Applied Linguistics and Literacy)
Vol 10, No 1 (2026)

Fighting through language? Neologisms in the Instagram hashtag #ResetIndonesia: A morphological study

Rahayu, Sevi (Unknown)
Anis, Muhammad Yunus (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
27 Feb 2026

Abstract

This study examines neologisms in digital resistance discourse in Instagram posts tagged #ResetIndonesia. Neologisms not only reflect linguistic innovation, but also represent critical attitudes, collective identity, and resistance to power. This study aims to identify the process of neologism formation and analyze its social and discursive functions in digital resistance. The research uses a descriptive qualitative approach through observation and documentation of Instagram posts. Data analysis refers to Yule's word formation theory and Androutsopoulos' digital discourse framework. The results show 45 neologisms formed through seven morphological processes, with derivation as the dominant process, particularly through the affixation of pe-...-an, ke-...-an, and meN-. Functionally, neologisms play a role in ideological evaluation, delegitimization of power, mobilization of collective action, and construction of collective identity. This study enriches morphological studies by presenting an empirical mapping of Indonesian neologisms in the context of digital activism, as well as deepening the study of digital discourse by demonstrating the role of morphological forms as discursive strategies of resistance on social media.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

jall

Publisher

Subject

Languange, Linguistic, Communication & Media

Description

JALL (Journal of Applied Linguistics and Literacy) is an academic biannual journal, published in February and September. The journal contents are managed by the English Department, Faculty of Teacher Training and Educational Science, Galuh University. The objective of the journal is to provide a ...