Quote by Marcel Proust

Words do not change their meanings so drastically in the course of centuries as, in our minds, names do in the course of a year or two.

Words do not change their meanings so drastically in the cou

Summary

This quote suggests that while words may maintain a relatively stable meaning over centuries, our understanding and perception of names can change significantly in just a year or two. It highlights the idea that the meanings and connotations we attach to names are prone to quick shifts and subjective interpretations, influenced by cultural, societal, and personal factors. Names can evoke different emotions and ideas for individuals, reflecting how our attitudes and associations towards them can be fluid and prone to change over a relatively short period of time.

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By Marcel Proust

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