prattle

/ˈrætəl/

Definitions

1. verb

to talk foolishly or excessively, often about trivial matters.

“The celebrity’s fans began to prattle on about their favorite movie roles.”

2. noun

trivial or foolish talk, often excessively repetitive.

“The politician’s opponent criticized his opponent’s prattle about minor policy changes.”

3. noun

a person or thing that talks foolishly or excessively.

“The gossip columnist was known as the office prattle, always spreading rumors and scandals.”

Synonyms

  • babble
  • chat

Antonyms

  • reticence
  • silence