Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
semiotica
Noun
/sɛmiˈɒtɪkə/
Definition
The study of signs and symbols and their use or interpretation.
Examples
- Semiotica is essential in understanding how media conveys messages.
- The course on semiotica discusses the relationship between language and culture.
- Through semiotica, one can analyze advertising strategies effectively.
Meaning
Semiotics involves understanding how meaning is constructed and communicated through various signs, including words, images, gestures, and objects.
Synonyms
- Sign theory
- Symbolic communication
- Signology