“Linguistic Anarchy

Linguistic Anarchy is a subset of descriptivism (the idea that following linguistic rules is not always strictly necessary, read more about it on the wikipedia page) that emphasizes the bending or ignoring of linguistic rules to create more inclusive and accommodating language for queer people (especially neopronoun users) and preserving and recording language in an effort to oppose colonization.

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The illustration in the center is a wug, which you can read about here.

Linguistic anarchy supports:

• neopronouns, nounself pronouns, and emojipronouns
• decolonization
• degendering of language as needed
• typing quirks with translation provided for accessibility
• being accommodating and patient with people of neurodivergencies that make spelling and/or language difficult (i.e. dyslexia)
• being accommodating and patient of those with OCD or similar who may feel the need to correct grammar or spelling
• reclaiming slurs
• normalization of Ebonics and similar
• learning languages for communication or educational purposes (cultural appreciation)

Linguistic anarchy does NOT support:

• spreading misinformation or disinformation about preexisting linguistic rules or concepts (i.e. folk etymologies)
• getting rid of languages
• misusing slurs or other offensive, marginalizing, and/or culturally appropriative language
• prescriptivism
• capitalism and associated concepts
• bigotry

tagging @radiomogai (idk if this completely fits sorry)”

Coined by obnebulant-mogai on March 8, 2024.