People in print-based cultures tend to be individually focused and linear in thinking. Communication studies focus on both oral and written language. A collection of symbols is a text . A memo, a movie, and a parade are all texts that communicate a message. Reducing Confusion With Verbal Messages Abstraction Increases uncertainty.
Skillful communicators use descriptive language that is concrete and rich in detail.
Euphemisms Color language. Euphemisms are soft words used when people might be offended by harsh words. Bad words are not so obvious when abbreviated. Indirection is less upsetting than direction. Euphemisms can be unclear.