Snape's avoidance of Voldemort' s name (Was:OOTP Chapter Discussions, Chap 24)

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Carol wrote:

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 And he probably does see Harry's
> use of the name when powerful adult wizards (e.g., McGonagall) 
avoid
> it as a form of arrogance. IMO, he is trying to make Harry realize
> that, scar or no scar, he is not yet Voldmort's equal.
> 

Potioncat:
Good point.  Much has been made of Snape's comment "you are neither 
special nor important."  but I am not sure it steems from a negative 
motive.  It was only recently that adults strove to promote self 
esteem in children.  In the past, adults discouraged pride, 
particularly a false sense of pride in children. And I  think Snape 
sees Harry as being at risk for becomming cocky and careless.