Admiration for a NEW and clever phrase;the development of a specialized vocabulary to distinguish a professional group;the efforts of the members of the upper class to distinguish themselves from the lower classes by maintaining a distinct mode of pronunciation--all of these may contribute to _______________.
A)linguistic divergence
B)vocal segregation
C)substitution frames
D)core vocabulary
E)a Whorfian hypothesis

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Linguistic divergence refers to the process of a language evolving and diverging into different dialects, languages or styles due to various factors such as geographical separation, social groups, professional groups, etc. The given examples: admiration for a new phrase, specialized vocabulary for a professional group and efforts of the upper class to maintain a distinct pronunciation, all contribute to linguistic divergence. Therefore, option A is the best choice.

Admiration for a NEW and Clever Phrase;the Development of a Specialized