Jargonrich
Jargonrich is a term used to describe text or speech that contains a high density of specialized terminology and insider language. Although not widely formalized as a linguistic category, jargonrich is used in media, editorial criticism, and scholarly writing to characterize discourse that is difficult for non-specialists to parse. The form can appear as "jargon-rich" or "jargonrich" as a compound adjective or noun.
Origins and usage: The term arises where professional or technical communities develop compact vocabularies of terms,
Impact: Jargonrich messages tend to have high information density but reduced accessibility. Readability metrics typically show
Examples and techniques: Common features include specialized terms, abbreviations, and allusions to field-specific concepts. Techniques to
Relation to related concepts: Jargon, plain language, terminological management, and audience design are relevant. The term