performative writing

Performative writing refers to a style where the act of writing itself, or the language used, actively accomplishes a change or demonstrates a point rather than just describing or explaining. For example, saying "I apologize" in writing can serve as an apology, making the statement perform the action of apologizing. This approach emphasizes language as a form of action, where words do something in the context of communication, often blurring the line between reporting and acting. It is commonly used in fields like legal documents, ceremonial statements, or performance art, where language directly produces effect or meaning through its utterance.