Definition

A fashionable or trendy word or phrase that is often used to impress others but may not have much real meaning.

Example

The presentation was filled with buzzwords that made it hard to understand the actual message.

Conversation

Have you noticed how many people are using that new buzzword lately?

Yeah, it seems like everyone wants to sound trendy.

I wonder if they even know what it really means or just say it to fit in.

Probably a bit of both! It's funny how these things catch on.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Buzzword → The word is formed from "buzz" (originating from the sound made by bees or a humming noise) and "word" (from Old English "word", meaning a unit of language). A buzzword refers to a word or phrase that becomes popular or trendy, often used to impress or convey a particular meaning in a specific context.

Memory Tip

Think of the sound of bees buzzing, which represents something that is currently popular or trendy — that's why a buzzword is a word that creates excitement or attention.

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