The idea that the words we use not only reflect our thoughts but can shape them as well is known as the
A)semantic differential.
B)law of effect.
C)transformational rule.
D)linguistic relativity hypothesis.

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The linguistic relativity hypothesis, also known as the Sapir-Whorf hypothesis, suggests that the language we speak influences how we think and perceive the world.

The Idea That the Words We Use Not Only Reflect