grammarianism
Grammarianism is a term used to describe a set of attitudes that place grammar rules at the forefront of judgments about language. It refers to the belief that normative grammar is essential for clear communication, social legitimacy, and linguistic correctness. In practice, grammarianism aligns with prescriptive approaches that promote standardized forms through teaching, editing, and style guides. Adherents typically argue that adherence to established rules aids mutual intelligibility and reflects literacy and education.
Core tenets commonly associated with grammarianism include: grammar determines sentence acceptability; linguistic variation should be constrained
Historically, grammarianism emerges from a long tradition of grammarians and lexicographers who sought to stabilize language
In contemporary usage, the term is often discussed in the context of education, editorial practice, and online