Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
someone-is-all-talk
idiomatic phrase
/ˈsʌmˌwoʊn ɪz ɔl tɔk/
Definition
An expression used to describe a person who talks a lot about what they can do or will do, but does not take action or follow through on their promises.
Examples
- He always promises to help, but I soon realized he’s just someone-is-all-talk.
- Don’t trust her plans; she’s someone-is-all-talk and never puts in the effort.
- At the meeting, it was clear that he’s someone-is-all-talk, with no real proposals or actions.
Meaning
This phrase implies that while the person may speak passionately or convincingly, they lack the actual commitment or ability to achieve what they claim.
Synonyms
- all bark and no bite
- empty promises
- talk the talk, but not walk the walk
