Componential analysis of meaning

Abstract EN

This study aims to give an account for the subject of componential analysis of meaning as it is considered to be an important approach to the study of meaning. The first section acts as an introduction to the subject of componential analysis, and what is meant by this term. The second section deals with componential theory and also its relation with the theory of conceptualism. The third section is devoted to the componential analysis as a device and the components of meaning and the advantages of adopting such approach to the study of meaning.