Bunkum
noun
Nonsense or worthless talk.
His speech on the economic policy was pure bunkum.
Often appears as...
- pure bunkum
- political bunkum
Usage tips
Disapproving
Colloquial
noun
Nonsense or worthless talk.
His speech on the economic policy was pure bunkum.
Often appears as...
- pure bunkum
- political bunkum
Usage tips
Disapproving
Colloquial
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Colloquial Use
Bunkum is casual speech, not for formal writing or professional situations.
You might hear someone say, 'Don't fill your essay with bunkum!'
Pro Tip 2/3Negative Connotation
Bunkum implies content lacks value or truth, usually used in a dismissive way.
The politician dismissed his opponent's claims as 'bunkum.'
Pro Tip 3/3Cultural Origins
Originates from Bunkum County in the U.S., so it might be less known internationally.
Non-U.S. English speakers might not know 'bunkum' as it's an Americanism.
Pro Tip 1/3Colloquial Use
Bunkum is casual speech, not for formal writing or professional situations.
You might hear someone say, 'Don't fill your essay with bunkum!'
Pro Tip 2/3Negative Connotation
Bunkum implies content lacks value or truth, usually used in a dismissive way.
The politician dismissed his opponent's claims as 'bunkum.'
Pro Tip 3/3Cultural Origins
Originates from Bunkum County in the U.S., so it might be less known internationally.
Non-U.S. English speakers might not know 'bunkum' as it's an Americanism.
Pro Tip 1/3Colloquial Use
Bunkum is casual speech, not for formal writing or professional situations.
You might hear someone say, 'Don't fill your essay with bunkum!'
Pro Tip 2/3Negative Connotation
Bunkum implies content lacks value or truth, usually used in a dismissive way.
The politician dismissed his opponent's claims as 'bunkum.'
Pro Tip 3/3Cultural Origins
Originates from Bunkum County in the U.S., so it might be less known internationally.
Non-U.S. English speakers might not know 'bunkum' as it's an Americanism.
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Quote examples
Ian Hacking
Canadian Philosopher
The debate about who decides what gets taught is fascinating, albeit excruciating for those who have to defend the schools against bunkum.
Quote examples
Ian Hacking
Canadian Philosopher
The debate about who decides what gets taught is fascinating, albeit excruciating for those who have to defend the schools against bunkum.
Example 1 of 1
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