The following exercises involve constructing definitions:

1. Invent stipulative definitions for two new words that you wish to introduce into the language for the first time.

2. Construct lexical definitions for “capital” and “depression,” and indicate two different meanings for each.

3. Construct precising definitions for “middle-aged” and “alcoholic.” Interpret both words as relating to people and specify the purpose for which the definitions are to be used.

4. Construct theoretical definitions for “energy” and “atom.”

5. Construct opposing pairs of persuasive definitions for “conservative” and “socialism.”