What does performative mean?

adj. relating to a word or phrase that performs the action it describes, such as 'I promise' or 'I apologize'

performative

🇺🇸 /pərˈfɔːrmətɪv/ 🇬🇧 /pəˈfɔːmətɪv/

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adjective

relating to a word or phrase that performs the action it describes, such as 'I promise' or 'I apologize'

The use of performative language in the ceremony made the event feel more meaningful.

relating to a word or phrase that performs the action it describes, such as 'I promise' or 'I apologize'