The word 'verbage'. I heard it today at work. It really set me off. It should never be used. In general. EVER.
Why? Why not just say 'wording'. Or 'words'. I cannot think of any time either of these are not an acceptable choice.
This word just reeks of 'corporate speak' (see aslo: touch base). It just sounds stuffy. Intellectual wannabe-esque. Every time I hear it, I want to counteract it with something highly undignified, such as 'DUDE' (which I find more socially acceptable).
Anyone else HATE the word verbage? Anyone willing to voluntarily admit he/she uses it?
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Yes, I do hate the word verbage. Another big corporate word/phrase these days is "speaking to your point..." I hate that more than verbage.
AH! No! You deleted your comment! I'm going to put it back!
Anyhow - in response to the comment that was here - don't even get me started on the word 'pedantic'.
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