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I HAVE A MINOR COMPLAINT: Stop Using the Word "Innovative"

Jargon infects all human enterprise. It’s probably a habit of mind that allowed speech to develop–which is a good thing. It also leads to the development of jargon when a group of people in a related field talk to each other long enough. And eventually, it leads to meaningless jargon where words are mere name checks that signal, apparently, in-group solidarity. And so it has come to pass that the word “innovative” (and it’s variant “innovation”) are now used to describe every brewery in America. From actual press releases:

  • “a widely acclaimed brewery and restaurant, now serves fans of fully flavored beers in 30 states with innovative beers melding European ingredients and technology with American creativity.”
  • “The pioneering spirit that launched [Brewery X] spans more than three decades, with innovation emerging from both the brewhouse and sustainability initiatives.”
  • “[Brewery Y] also recently introduced its new series, which features a selection of small, limited releases from mo

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