noun
A word or phrase that becomes fashionable and is used to sound impressive or show knowledge of a subject.
“Synergy” was a popular business buzzword.
Common phrases & grammar
business buzzword · marketing buzzword
American English
How to pronounce buzzword
nounB2
BUHZwerd
/ˈbəz.wɚd̚/
2 syllables · Stress the first syllable.
A word or phrase that becomes fashionable and is used to sound impressive or show knowledge of a subject.
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