THE GRAMMAR OF CHANGE: GENDER-NEUTRAL LEXICON IN THE ERA OF SOCIAL REFORM

Аннотация

In recent years, the English language has experienced notable changes, especially in how it reflects evolving social values. One of the key developments is the shift from gender- specific terms to more inclusive, gender-neutral alternatives in both professional and everyday communication. This change is closely tied to broader efforts to promote equality, fairness, and representation across all areas of public life. The article examines how this linguistic transformation mirrors deeper social reforms and changing attitudes toward identity and power. Special attention is given to syntactic structures, ideological influences, and the role of clarity in communication. Using data from corpus linguistics, discourse analysis, and real sociolinguistic contexts, the study demonstrates that adopting neutral language is more than just a trend—it represents a meaningful step toward reducing bias and redefining traditional roles. Ultimately, the research highlights the power of language as both a tool and a reflection of modern social change. Keywords: gender-neutral language, syntax, inclusivity, lexical change, sociolinguistics, language reform