Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
balderdash
noun
/ˈbɔːldərˌdæʃ/
Definition
Senseless talk or writing; nonsense.
Examples
- His explanation for being late was pure balderdash.
- She dismissed the claims as balderdash and focused on the facts.
- The novel was filled with balderdash, making it hard to take seriously.
Meaning
Balderdash refers to words or ideas that are meaningless or absurd. When someone uses this term, they are usually indicating that what has been said is utterly ridiculous or lacks any real substance.
Synonyms
- nonsense
- absurdity
- rubbish
- drivel
- moonshine
