Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

cheap-talk

noun

/ˈʧip tɔk/

Definition

A statement that is easy to make but lacks any real commitment or substantive action behind it.

Examples

The politician’s cheap-talk during the campaign did not convince the voters of his integrity.
She realized that his compliments were just cheap-talk, intended to win her over without any real feelings.

Meaning

Cheap-talk refers to the verbal expressions or promises made without any intention of following through or backing them up with actions. It often denotes insincerity or superficiality in communication.