Q5A · Explain the following theories of advertising: (i) The Magic of the Meaning (ii) Shifting Loyalties

Answer

Magic of meaning

Definition. The magic of meaning refers to advertising’s association of goods with social or emotional meanings beyond their functional utility.

In simple words. Product ke saath feeling ya social meaning jod diya.

Understand it step by step

1. Start with the functional product: detergent cleans, a drink refreshes, a watch shows time.
2. Then identify the added symbolic meaning: fairness, friendship, achievement or belonging. Story, casting and imagery build the association.
3. In your answer, show the bridge between product and meaning. Do not claim that purchasing the product automatically creates the promised social condition.

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Shifting loyalties

Definition. Shifting loyalties describes advertising’s role in attracting people away from competing choices while maintaining loyalty to the advertised brand.

In simple words. Dusre brand se switch karvao, apne brand ke saath repeat karvao.

Understand it step by step

1. A category contains alternatives. The advertiser gives a reason to reconsider an existing choice: benefit, price, identity or convenience.
2. Trial messages reduce the barrier to trying something unfamiliar. Repeat messages reinforce reasons to remain with the brand.
3. A claim must still be credible and substantiated. Loyalty is affected by experience, availability and value as well as communication.

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