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why do academics always use such fancy words in their papers and when they talk? isn't this the opposite of einstein's idea of "explaining it to a six year old"?
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@reyes
"Furthermore, the use of complex language can also be seen as a way for academics to demonstrate their expertise and knowledge in their field, and to signal their membership in a particular intellectual community" it always comes back to signaling huh https://i.imgur.com/eC8Wivx.png
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