Modalizers
Modalizers are a class of words in many languages that express the speaker's attitude towards the proposition expressed by the sentence. They are often used to indicate the speaker's degree of certainty, doubt, or other attitudes towards the truth value of the proposition. Modalizers can be categorized into several types based on their function and usage.
Epistemic modalizers express the speaker's degree of belief or knowledge about the proposition. Examples include "probably,"
Deontic modalizers express obligation, permission, or necessity. Examples include "must," "should," and "may." These words indicate
Doxastic modalizers express the speaker's belief or opinion about the proposition. Examples include "I think," "I
Dynamic modalizers express the speaker's attitude towards the process or event described by the proposition. Examples
Modalizers are often used in combination with other words to express more complex attitudes. For example, "I