In the context of semiotics, modality refers to the way in which different signs convey varying degrees of reality, truth, or certainty. It involves the assessment of the relationship between a sign and the referent it represents, which can encompass aspects like possibility, necessity, and probability. Modality can be divided into different types: 1. **Epistemic modality**: This relates to the degree of certainty or knowledge about a proposition.
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