Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

bunkum

noun
/ˈbʌŋ.kəm/
Definition
Nonsensical or meaningless talk or ideas.
Examples
  • His speech was full of bunkum, offering no real solutions to the problems at hand.
  • Don’t believe the bunkum they are spreading about the project; the facts tell a different story.
Meaning
Bunkum refers to speech or writing that is insincere, overly elaborate, or lacking in real value or substance. It is often used to describe political speeches or arguments that aim to impress but do not convey any true meaning.
Synonyms
  • rubbish
  • nonsense
  • balderdash
  • gibberish
  • drivel