Choosing alternatives to jargon
JARGON |
PLAIN LANGUAGE |
ameliorate |
improve |
commence |
begin |
components |
parts |
endeavor |
try |
exit |
leave |
facilitate |
help |
impact (v.) |
affect |
indicator |
sign |
optimal |
best, most favorable |
parameters |
boundaries, limits |
peruse |
read, look over |
prior to |
before |
utilize |
use |
viable |
workable |