Nadsat

Nadsat is a fictional slang language created by Anthony Burgess for his novel "A Clockwork Orange." It blends English with Russian words, altered Russian diminutives, and invented terms, serving as a youthful, rebellious code among the characters. This language immerses readers in the novella's dystopian setting, illustrating the culture and mindset of its teenage protagonist. Nadsat functions both as a stylistic device and a means of distancing readers from direct emotional engagement, reflecting themes of free will and the corrupting influence of technology and societal control.