buzzword

noun

buzz·​word ˈbəz-ˌwərd 

1

: an important-sounding usually technical word or phrase often of little meaning used chiefly to impress laymen

2

: a voguish word or phrase

called also buzz phrase

Examples of buzzword in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Medik8 treats elastin not as an isolated marketing buzzword, but as an essential mechanical component of long-term skin architecture, says Medik8’s Biggerstaff. — Amy Francombe, Vogue, 30 Oct. 2026

Gentle parenting has become a buzzword on social media, often presented as a calm, connected, and compassionate alternative to traditional discipline. — Alex Vance, Parents, 25 Oct. 2026

Wellbeing and community are the buzzwords here, with an impeccable roster of classes and courses from yin yoga and primal movement to cookery, pickling and ceramics. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 Oct. 2026

But my advice is not to throw out your SEO strategy every time the buzzwords change. — Peter Boyd, Forbes.com, 5 Oct. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1946, in the meaning defined at sense 1