Phaticity
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Phaticity is a noun meaning The quality of being phatic.
Meaning
The quality of being phatic.
Example Sentences
It is clear, however, that while politeness manifests itself on both the communicative and non-communicative levels, phaticity is found only on the former level.
Synonyms for phaticity
Depending on context, synonyms include phaticness.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include phallicity, phallicness, putidness, fluidness, phlegminess, piscinity.
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