In a message dated 7/13/08 10:29:21 AM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
> The trouble with > words like fuzzy in serious dialogue is that they > carry a "virus" of sorts that denegrate whatever > concept they are meant to describe. While it is > alright in political language to use words that convey > pejorative content along with descriptive meaning, it > is not alright in serious philosophy which should, I > believe, remain as neutral as possible in order to > reveal or shape concepts. > I think it's time for a new word-one with no overtones of the sort that "fuzzy" now carries. Using a word a lot often results in not using it carefully-instead of thinking of an appropriate word, one reaches for the good old standby, and the result is not as clear as one might think. Kate Sullivan ************** Get the scoop on last night's hottest shows and the live music scene in your area - Check out TourTracker.com! (http://www.tourtracker.com?NCID=aolmus00050000000112)
