blarney
9 synonyms for blarney, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — Smooth, flattering talk meant to persuade or charm someone, often without much truth behind it.
Synonyms
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Synonyms by Meaning
1. noun
Smooth, flattering talk meant to persuade or charm someone, often without much truth behind it.
“Don't believe his blarney — he says that to every customer.”
How to use blarney
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
a bit of blarney
pure blarney
Etymology
Named after Blarney Castle in Ireland, home of the Blarney Stone, which legend says gives whoever kisses it the gift of persuasive speech.
Full origin of blarney →Frequently asked questions
What does “blarney” mean?
The word “blarney” means smooth, flattering talk meant to persuade or charm someone, often without much truth behind it. In plain terms, charming, flattering talk used to win someone over.
How do you pronounce “blarney”?
“Blarney” is pronounced BLAH-nee (/ˈblɑɹni/ in IPA).
How do you use “blarney” in a sentence?
Here is “blarney” used in a sentence: “Don't believe his blarney — he says that to every customer.”
What part of speech is “blarney”?
Depending on how it is used, “blarney” can be a noun and a verb.
How many meanings does “blarney” have?
“Blarney” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: smooth, flattering talk meant to persuade or charm someone, often without much truth behind it.
