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Article published In: Australian Review of Applied Linguistics
Vol. 10:1 (1987) ► pp.76–97

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The role of linguistics in peace and conflict studies

 | Monash University
Published online: 1 January 1987
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https://doi.org/10.1075/aral.10.1.05cly
Abstract
This paper discusses various meanings of the word “peace” and its equivalents in a variety of languages. It argues that “peace” has developed as the marked alternative to “war”. It investigates the consequences of this use of language and suggests actions that linguists might take to reduce the markedness of “peace” at the international, national and interpersonal levels.
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