JKSSB Written 2022
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Option C —
Use of high-sounding words
In the context of effective communication, using overly complex, technical, or "high-sounding" language is known as a Semantic Barrier. If the receiver of the message doesn't understand the vocabulary being used, the meaning is lost, and the communication fails.Why "High-sounding words" are a barrier:
Jargon: Using specialized terms that only experts understand.
Ambiguity: Complex words can often have multiple meanings, leading to confusion.
Exclusion: It can make the listener feel alienated or unintelligent, closing off the "feedback loop" necessary for good conversation.
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