Hypercorrection
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In linguistics or usage, hypercorrection is a non-standard usage that results from the over-application of a perceived rule of grammar or a usage prescription. A speaker or writer who produces a hypercorrection generally believes that the form is correct through misunderstanding of these rules, often combined with a desire to seem formal or educated.
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See also
- Disputed English grammar
- Hyperforeignism
- Hypocorrection
- Shibboleth
- List of English words with disputed usage
- Regularization (linguistics)
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