Understanding Words in Context Using a Real News Story

Researchers conducted eight experiments with a total of more than 5,300 participants using various methods. Across the experiments, individuals who used texting abbreviations were *perceived* as more insincere and were less likely to receive replies because they were seen as exerting less effort in text conversations. 
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Researchers conducted eight experiments with a total of more than 5,300 participants using various methods. Across the experiments, individuals who used texting abbreviations were perceived as more insincere and were less likely to receive replies because they were seen as *exerting* less effort in text conversations. 
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“While our overall results on age were mixed, it’s clear that younger people are not particularly fond of abbreviations, though the strength of this *aversion* may vary by age,” Fang said.
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Texting abbreviations could *contribute* to loneliness if people find that social bonds weaken over time because they receive less frequent or positive replies to their texts, Fang said. But he doesn’t believe people should stop using abbreviations altogether.
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In some cases, it makes sense to invest less effort and accept being perceived as less sincere, like quickly texting with a delivery driver,” Fang said. “However, our findings are especially *pertinent* when we want to appear more sincere and strengthen social ties, such as at the beginning of a relationship or when we need to make a good impression.”
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