Buzzword

Pronunciation: /ˈbʌzwərd/

Buzzword (noun)

  1. A word or short phrase that becomes popular in business or public talk, often used to sound modern or important.
  2. A term used widely in discussions, but sometimes without clear meaning, mainly to show support for a trend.

Examples

  • The team used a buzzword to sound modern.
  • A buzzword can help a presentation feel current.