Osgood's Conception of Meaning

Osgood's Conception of Meaning focuses on how words and symbols connect to the concepts or experiences they represent. He suggests that meaning is not just about dictionary definitions, but about the psychological and cultural associations people have with words. This includes emotional responses, context, and relationships between ideas. Essentially, meaning involves understanding how words evoke images, feelings, or thoughts in our minds, influenced by our experiences and shared social understanding. Osgood emphasized that meaning is dynamic and multidimensional, shaped by both individual perception and broader societal influences.