guff
5 synonyms and 0 antonyms for guff, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — (informal) Nonsense; foolish or empty talk.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use guff
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Informal and a bit old-fashioned sounding, mostly heard in phrases like "cut the guff" or "I won't take any guff."
Frequently asked questions
What does “guff” mean?
The word “guff” means (informal) Nonsense; foolish or empty talk. In plain terms, nonsense talk, or cheeky backtalk.
How do you pronounce “guff”?
“Guff” is pronounced guhf (/ɡʌf/ in IPA).
How do you use “guff” in a sentence?
Here is “guff” used in a sentence: “Stop giving me that guff and tell me what really happened.”
What part of speech is “guff”?
“Guff” is a noun.
How many meanings does “guff” have?
“Guff” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: (informal) Nonsense; foolish or empty talk.