Wednesday, March 1, 2023

Fun with Pronouns

  When did they become them, had a change in tense occurred? Or, when does a what become an it in all the confusion, are they not both unknown? And what about this, does it not at some point become that? Speaking of, just what are pronouns, is their purpose to root for the noun in question? Pronouns are, especially these days, much too difficult. Their usefulness has become confusing, as in what way can they enlighten in the context. Yes, pronouns can not only be confusing, but more often than not become a source of frustration. Personally, I much prefer a good adjective. Adjectives can be the flowers of speech in a caressing way, or, can be used in a negative declaration also. Compared to pronouns which have very little descriptive qualities, with adjectives, they add an embellishment that emphasizes the subject matter. 

  If used in "the flowers of speech" way, they can add softer nuances, helpful in romance, but also for more practical and mundane subjects. Of course as they can add beauty for good thoughts and happiness, so can they be used on the flip side, as the type of wordings that are meant to bring insult or harm in some way. Good adjectives for beautiful scenery and awe inspiring sights, come easily come to mind when explaining something that is pleasing. Certainly a still flat mountain lake with a perfect sky above would bring such exaltations. 

  But again, there is the other side. As an example, instead of simply saying that a certain ideology is ridiculous, and it's followers fools, you could go straight to an adjective that adds a little pazazz. for instance, when speaking of the sheeple of the lies, calling them stupid just doesn't seem a strong enough observation. Then, you might want to say instead, that these people or group of people, are morbidly stupid. Boom! Or, or you could choose a softer more nuanced approach and try to dull the point of the verbal barb you just hit them with. Adjectives can accomplish all of that and more, while pronouns? Hey, whatever floats your boat.        

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