SEMANTIC ANALYSIS OF THE LINGUISTIC CHANGES DRIVEN BY GENERATION Z’S NEOLOGISMS

Abstract

The study explores the mechanisms behind the creation of neologisms within Generation Z communities, analyzing how digital environments, social media platforms, and generational identity contribute to lexical innovation. Through an examination of borrowing, semantic shifts, phonetic transformations, and code-switching, this study highlights the dynamic nature of Gen Z’s linguistic pattern of word-formation. Additionally, the paper discusses the broader implications of these neologisms on language evolution, cultural identity, and mainstream adoption. By understanding the patterns and motivations behind these linguistic shifts, philologists can gain deeper insights into the evolving nature of modern communication.