Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
decontextualised
Adjective
/ˌdiːkənˈtɛkstəlaɪzd/
Definition
To remove or separate something from its original context or background.
Examples
- The quote was decontextualised, leading to a misunderstanding of the author’s original intent.
- In academic writing, it’s important to avoid decontextualised arguments that may not hold up in real-world scenarios.
Meaning
The term refers to the act of taking words, phrases, or ideas out of the situation in which they normally appear, potentially altering their meaning.
Synonyms
- Isolated
- Disconnected
- Removed
