Definition

Noun: - Nonsense, foolish talk: "Poppycock" refers to speech or ideas that are considered ridiculous, untrue, or without any sense or value. It is a term used to express strong disagreement or dismissal of what someone has said.

Usage

"Poppycock" is used to emphatically reject an idea, statement, or excuse as being complete nonsense. It is a somewhat old-fashioned or humorous term, often conveying a sense of exasperation or disbelief. - It is typically used in informal contexts. - It functions as a mass noun (uncountable).

Examples

Advanced Usage

• As an exclamation: The word can be used alone as an exclamation to dismiss something just said.
  • "I think the moon is made of cheese." "Poppycock!"

Variants and Related Words

• Balderdash (n.): Another term for senseless talk or writing; nonsense.
• Hogwash (n.): Meaning foolish or false talk or ideas.
• Tommyrot (n.): A dated term for utter nonsense.
• Bunk (n.): Short for "bunkum," meaning nonsense.

Synonyms

• Nonsense
• Rubbish (chiefly British)
• Baloney
• Drivel
• Twaddle

Idioms and Fixed Phrases

• A load of poppycock: A common phrase emphasizing that something is entirely nonsensical.
  • The politician's promises were a load of poppycock.

Noun

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