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