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Jargon

Published on Nov 18, 2015

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Jargon

How to eliminate it!
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What is Jargon

  • puffed up language
  • used to impress readers
  • not used to inform

Examples (Revised)

  • Commence (begin)
  • Parameter (boundaries, limits)
  • facilitate (help)
  • Conspire (to plan)
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Reason to Elminate Jargon

Jargon is hard to read and often to wordy.

Fix this sentence:
It is vital for athletes to workout to reach optimal performance.

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Corrected sentence:
It is IMPORTANT for athletes to workout to reach their BEST performance.

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When writing your papers make sure to eliminate jargon to make the papers easier to inform.

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