SEMANTIC AND STRUCTURAL PROPERTIES OF WORDS IN MODERN LEXICOLOGY

Abstract

In modern linguistic theory, lexicology investigates words not only as isolated items but as functional elements within a dynamic lexical system. This article examines the semantic and structural properties of words from a contemporary lexicological perspective, with particular attention to how meaning, form, and usage interact in language. The study discusses lexical meaning, contextual variation, internal word structure, and word formation processes, emphasizing their role in communication rather than historical description. By focusing on functional and usage-based aspects of words, the article aims to demonstrate that semantic and structural properties cannot be analyzed separately, as they jointly contribute to the organization and development of the lexicon.