nonsense
//ˈnɒnsəns//
Translation
nonsense
Definition
Nonsense refers to spoken or written words that have no meaning, make no sense, or are absurd and illogical. It can also describe behavior that is foolish or unreasonable. In everyday use, it often dismisses an idea or statement as untrue or silly. This term is common in informal contexts, such as when someone says "That's nonsense!" to reject a claim. The word can also appear in literature as "nonsense verse," which plays with language for humorous effect, like the works of Edward Lear.
Example
“Don't listen to him; everything he says is complete nonsense.”
“The report was full of statistical nonsense and had to be rewritten.”
“She dismissed the rumor as nonsense and walked away.”
“His argument was pure nonsense, with no logical foundation.”
“Stop talking nonsense and focus on the real problem.”
“The children laughed at the nonsense poem about a flying pig.”
“I can't believe you fell for that nonsense; it's obviously a scam.”
“The movie was entertaining but the plot was complete nonsense.”
“He spoke such nonsense that everyone in the room was confused.”
“The teacher told the student to stop writing nonsense and answer the question.”
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