Our understanding of the world reflects our use of language and vice …show more content…
The English language in this society is void of complex words with many interpretations, thus, the citizens cannot express higher level thinking or comprehension. Furthermore, the individuals in the fictional Orwellian government could not express their desires, complaints, or feelings. Therefore, individuals cannot disagree with the absolute power in the regime, because they have a narrow range of thought, void of the complex words necessary for analytical thinking. The people cannot express their condolences and reasons to get rid of the unjust government. The government would shape the language of people to eliminate any dissenting or rebellious ideas and maintain absolute control. This method of controlling language is Orwellian because it manipulates people through their use of