Compare and contrast jargon, cant, and slang.

What will be an ideal response?


Jargon has been used to refer to the “shop talk” or technical language of an occupational subgroup, such as doctors, lawyers, and truck drivers. Jargon is the vocabulary that communicates the distinctions and specific meanings these professionals need to reference. Cant has been used to refer to the specialized vocabulary of created words or adopted words used by any nonprofessional subgroup. Slang has been used to refer to the vocabulary of subgroups that has become known and accepted by the general public.

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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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According to the definition, nonverbal communication _______________

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Nonverbal communication is often more powerful than verbal language at communicating the ____________________ level of meaning

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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What should a good introductory speech do?

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