balderdash
Balderdash (noun) means Nonsense; foolish or meaningless talk. Example: “He dismissed the whole conspiracy theory as balderdash.”
How to use balderdash
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA slightly old-fashioned, humorous way of calling something nonsense.
Fairly formal or old-fashioned in tone; often used for comic effect.
Word forms
balderdashed past tense, balderdashes singular
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He dismissed the whole conspiracy theory as _____.
Etymology
Origin uncertain — possibly from an old English term for a mixed, cheap drink of wine, beer, and other liquids, later applied to any jumbled nonsense.
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Frequently asked questions
What does “balderdash” mean?
The word “balderdash” means nonsense; foolish or meaningless talk. In plain terms, a slightly old-fashioned, humorous way of calling something nonsense.
How do you pronounce “balderdash”?
“Balderdash” is pronounced BAWL-duh-dash (/ˈbɔːldə.dæʃ/ in IPA).
How do you use “balderdash” in a sentence?
Here is “balderdash” used in a sentence: “He dismissed the whole conspiracy theory as balderdash.”
What part of speech is “balderdash”?
“Balderdash” is a noun.
Where does the word “balderdash” come from?
The word “balderdash” comes from Old English. Origin uncertain — possibly from an old English term for a mixed, cheap drink of wine, beer, and other liquids, later applied to any jumbled nonsense.
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