International Journal of Literature and Language Studies
Vol. 5 No. 5 (2026): International Journal of Literature and Language Studies

THE CONSEPT OF ANTONYMY AND ITS LINGUISTIC FEATURES

Usmanova Kamola Xikmatullayevna,Tojiddinov Otabek Sayfiddinxo’ja o’g’li (Alfraganus University Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Philological Sciences,Alfraganus University magistranti)



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Publish Date
27 May 2026

Abstract

This thesis examines the concept of antonymy and its linguistic features in modern linguistics. Antonymy is one of the fundamental semantic relations that expresses opposition between lexical units. The study analyzes the main types of antonyms, their semantic characteristics, stylistic functions, and their role in communication. The research also highlights the importance of antonymy in English and Uzbek linguistics, emphasizing how oppositional meanings contribute to expressive and effective speech.

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ijlls

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Languange, Linguistic, Communication & Media

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The mission of the International Journal of Literature and Language Studies (IJLLS) is to provide readers with the development of language studies in linguistics and literature. In addition to manuscripts that center on the study, we welcome manuscripts on a wide range of topics relating to the ...