falderol

/ˈfɔːldərɒl/

Definitions

1. noun

frivolous or insincere talk or writing; nonsense

“The politician’s speech was full of falderol, trying to deceive the public.”

2. noun

something worthless or of no value

“The artist’s use of falderol in the painting detracted from its overall impact.”

3. verb

to talk or write nonsense

“The child was caught falderoling in class, trying to trick her teacher.”

Synonyms

  • gibberish
  • nonsense

Antonyms

  • meaning
  • sense