Technobabble
noun
Words or phrases that are technical or complex sounding but often meaningless.
His explanation was full of technobabble that left everyone confused.
Often appears as...
- speak in technobabble
- full of technobabble
Usage tips
Neutral
technical language, jargon, buzzwords
noun
Words or phrases that are technical or complex sounding but often meaningless.
His explanation was full of technobabble that left everyone confused.
Often appears as...
- speak in technobabble
- full of technobabble
Usage tips
Neutral
technical language, jargon, buzzwords
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Simplification
Strive to simplify your message regardless of the jargon used.
When pitching your idea, avoid technobabble to ensure your audience understands.
Pro Tip 2/3Contextual Clarity
Use layman's terms when communicating with non-experts.
When discussing complex technology with friends, replace technobabble with easier words.
Pro Tip 3/3Audience Awareness
Think about your audience's knowledge level before using technical terms.
In meetings, gauge your audience's familiarity with technology to avoid technobabble.
Pro Tip 1/3Simplification
Strive to simplify your message regardless of the jargon used.
When pitching your idea, avoid technobabble to ensure your audience understands.
Pro Tip 2/3Contextual Clarity
Use layman's terms when communicating with non-experts.
When discussing complex technology with friends, replace technobabble with easier words.
Pro Tip 3/3Audience Awareness
Think about your audience's knowledge level before using technical terms.
In meetings, gauge your audience's familiarity with technology to avoid technobabble.
Pro Tip 1/3Simplification
Strive to simplify your message regardless of the jargon used.
When pitching your idea, avoid technobabble to ensure your audience understands.
Pro Tip 2/3Contextual Clarity
Use layman's terms when communicating with non-experts.
When discussing complex technology with friends, replace technobabble with easier words.
Pro Tip 3/3Audience Awareness
Think about your audience's knowledge level before using technical terms.
In meetings, gauge your audience's familiarity with technology to avoid technobabble.
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