Doublespeak
Kinds of Doublespeak
Euphemism
Jargon
Gobbledygook
Inflated Language
Euphemism
Jargon
Gobbledygook
Inflated Language
Euphemism
An inoffensive or positive word or phrase used to avoid a harsh, unpleasant, or distasteful reality.
Example: Passed away instead of dead.
Example: Passed away instead of dead.
Jargon
The specialized language of a trade, profession, or similar group, such as doctors, lawyers, engineers, educators, or car mechanics.
Gobbledygook
A matter of piling on words, of overwhelming the audience with words, the bigger the words and the longer the sentences the better.
Inflated Language
Design to make the ordinary seem extraordinary; the try to make everyday things seem impressive.