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This paper critiques the notion that metaphor operates as a conceptual form of thought, instead presenting it as a conflational act.

May 15, 2026Cognitive SemioticsOpen Access

Metaphor is conflational, not conceptual: rectifying the central error of conceptual metaphor theory

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This paper critiques the notion that metaphor operates as a conceptual form of thought, instead presenting it as a conflational act.
Explored the principles of Conceptual Metaphor Theory.
Analyzed the cognitive implications of metaphors.
Highlighted differences between metaphorical and conceptual cognition.
Metaphor operates without the clear rules typical of concepts, focusing instead on conflating experiences.
It serves to specify experience more concretely rather than generalize it.
Conceptual Metaphor Theory's claim that metaphors are fundamentally conceptual is identified as a significant error.

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Critique identifies metaphor as conflational, altering understanding of metaphorical cognition and experience.

Tim Adamson (2026) studied this question.

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