The speaker discusses the use of the website "thesaurus calm" for writing more sophisticated and formal language. They argue that it's more efficient to use simpler terms and phrases, as it saves time and makes the writing more accessible. The speaker also shares their frustration with the assignment of writing in a formal language, suggesting it's a waste of time. They use the example of writing about penguins in Antarctica, stating it's more straightforward to say "penguins in the cold" rather than using a more complex sentence. The speaker also mentions the use of the website for writing fan fiction, joking about the possibility of more students using the website for this purpose. They conclude by replacing common phrases with more sophisticated alternatives, such as "actions speak louder than words" becoming "hoopla blabs more rambunctious than discussion".
1. The speaker mentions a website called "the Saurus comm" which is popular for writing academic papers or sounding sophisticated.
2. The speaker criticizes the use of fancy words and sophisticated language in academic writing, arguing that it's unnecessary and time-consuming.
3. The speaker uses the example of describing penguins living in Antarctica to illustrate the point, comparing the time it takes to write in everyday language versus using fancy words.
4. The speaker expresses frustration over the requirement to write in an overly complex style, arguing that it's a waste of time.
5. The speaker uses the example of dramatic animal documentaries to illustrate the point, arguing that such language is only used in such scenarios.
6. The speaker criticizes the requirement to write complete opinions on essays without sounding like they're plagiarizing famous authors.
7. The speaker uses the example of using the word "walk" instead of "said" or "perambulate" to illustrate the point, arguing that simpler language is more effective.
8. The speaker criticizes the use of big words in resumes, arguing that it's unnecessary and can be counterproductive.
9. The speaker uses the example of describing a job at a top food chain versus a job at Applebee's to illustrate the point.
10. The speaker criticizes the use of the website for writing fan fiction, arguing that it's not a professional tool.
11. The speaker uses the phrase "actions speak louder than words" to conclude the video, suggesting that effective communication comes from actions rather than words.