Charles BaudelaireIf the word doesn't exist, invent it; but first be sure it doesn't exist.
About This Quote
This quote is a great way to sum up the idea that having words does more than just describe the world around us; they can also shape our lives and create our world. This is especially true when we’re inventing new words. For example, if we had more words for thinking of ideas, we might have a better chance at getting new ones. We might have a better chance of taking a thought and making it real, or of thinking of something and actually creating it.
If we had a better word for trying with all our might, we might have a better chance of succeeding. If we used the right word for something good, we might have a better chance of doing it. This is why having words isn’t just important for communication; it’s also essential for creating the world in which we live.
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