Flouting Maxims Performed by The Main Character in Wanda Vision Series 2021

Abstract

This research aims to find the flouting maxim performed by the main character in Wanda Vision series and investigate the reason behind it. In order to complete this research, theory of cooperative principle by Paul Grice is applied, supported by Leech’s theory of illocutionary function. This research used descriptive qualitative method. In order to gather a valid data, the writer used purposive sampling and investigator triangulation method. In total, there are 20 data in which Wanda flouts different types of maxim. Specifically, there are 11 flouting maxim of quantity, 1 flouting maxim of quality, 8 flouting maxim of relevance, and 0 flouting maxim of manner. On the other hand, there are four types of illocutionary functions are found. In this research, collaborative function become the most dominant function where the character gives information in order to build mutual understanding through the act of flouting maxims. As the results of analysis, it is found that the reasons Wanda as the main character flouts the maxim is to hide her identity, point out her characterization, and enrich the process of character development throughout the series.