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jargonize

/dʒɑːrˈnaɪz/ verb · British & US
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What does jargonize mean?

verb

to make something sound technical or complicated, often in order to impress or confuse others. To use technical terms or jargon in a way that is unclear or pretentious.

Example

"The professor jargonized the explanation, leaving the students confused."

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