Abstract
Nelson Goodman holds that there are two forms of symbolizing, namely, denotation and exemplification. In denotation, a symbol is used to refer to an object, while in exemplification the exemplifier has a label or is referred to by a label. Exemplification explains how abstract works perform symbolic functions and express metaphorical exemplifiers. Being highly creative and influential, Goodman's theory is valuable and can serve as a reference for Chinese scholars.
Keywords
denotation, exemplification, expression
First Page
193
Last Page
202
Recommended Citation
Zhang, Hui. 2021. "Nelson Goodman on Exemplification." Theoretical Studies in Literature and Art 41, (2): pp.193-202. https://tsla.researchcommons.org/journal/vol41/iss2/19
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