noun
trumpery
Trumpery (noun) means Showy objects that look attractive but have no real value.
noun
1
Showy objects that look attractive but have no real value.
2
Behaviour intended to trick or cheat someone.
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Etymology
Came into English from Middle English trompery, from Middle French tromperie ("deceit").
Synonyms
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trash
tripe
applesauce
falderol
frill
folderol
nonsense
codswallop
rubbish
folderal
gimcrack
gimcrackery
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What is the meaning of trumpery?
"trumpery" (noun) means showy objects that look attractive but have no real value.
What is another word for trumpery?
Other words for "trumpery" include trash, tripe, applesauce, falderol, frill, folderol.
What is the opposite of trumpery?
Opposites of "trumpery" include valuables, treasure, truth.
What are the different meanings of trumpery?
"trumpery" has 2 main meanings: 1. Showy objects that look attractive but have no real value; 2. Behaviour intended to trick or cheat someone.
