Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
claptrap
noun
/ˈklap.træp/
Definition
Nonsense or foolish talk; empty or meaningless language.
Examples
- Many political speeches are full of claptrap that doesn’t address real issues.
- She dismissed his arguments as mere claptrap meant to confuse the audience.
- Although it sounded profound, his poem was ultimately just claptrap.
Meaning
Claptrap refers to speech or writing that sounds clever or impressive but is actually pointless or insincere.
Synonyms
- drivel
- balderdash
- gibberish
- twaddle
- babble
