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LEXICAL CHOICES AND THEIR EMOTIONAL IMPACT (IN THE EXAMPLE OF THE COLOR PURPLE BY ALICE WALKER)

  • 1. Jizzakh branch of the National University of Uzbekistan named after Mirzo Ulugbek The faculty of Psychology, department of Foreign languages

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Alice Walker’s The Color Purple exemplifies the transformative 
role of language in literature and life. This article explores how Walker's deliberate 
lexical choices evoke emotional depth and enhance the narrative's authenticity. Key 
aspects include the use of vernacular language to reflect Celie’s voice and context, 
emotionally charged word choices to capture her struggles and growth, and symbolic 
lexicon to underscore the novel’s themes of beauty, spirituality, and resilience. The 
shift in language from fragmented and oppressive to confident and joyful mirrors 
Celie’s journey of self-discovery and empowerment. Walker’s use of silence and 
unspoken words adds another layer of emotional intensity, highlighting the impact of 
trauma and healing. Through these linguistic techniques, The Color Purple transcends 
storytelling, offering a profound meditation on survival, transformation, and the 
enduring power of language to connect and inspire.

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