hooey

/'hu:i/

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Word: Hooey

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: "Hooey" is a casual term used to describe nonsense or senseless talk. When someone refers to something as "hooey," they mean that it doesn't make sense or is not true.

Usage Instructions:

• You can use "hooey" when you want to express that you think someone is talking nonsense or that an idea is silly.
• It is informal, so it's best used in casual conversations rather than formal writing or speaking.

Examples:

1. "I can't believe he thinks aliens built the pyramids. That's just hooey!"
2. "Don't listen to her wild stories; they're all hooey."

Advanced Usage:

In a more advanced context, "hooey" can be used to critique not just personal opinions but also theories or claims presented in various discussions, such as scientific debates or political arguments.

Word Variants:

• There are no direct variants of "hooey," but it can sometimes be spelled as "hooie." The pronunciation remains the same.

Different Meanings:

"Hooey" primarily means nonsense, but it can also imply disbelief in a more general sense.

Synonyms:

• Nonsense
• Balderdash
• Rubbish
• Bunk
• Drivel

Idioms and Phrasal Verbs:

While "hooey" does not have specific idioms or phrasal verbs associated with it, you can use it in sentences with other expressions to emphasize nonsense, such as: - "That’s a load of hooey!" (meaning it is a lot of nonsense) - "Cut the hooey!" (meaning stop talking nonsense)

Conclusion:

"Hooey" is a fun and informal way to dismiss ideas or statements that you find ridiculous or unbelievable.

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Noun

1. senseless talk
   • don't give me that stuff

Synonyms

• stuff
• stuff and nonsense
• poppycock