Bunkum

usgb/ˈbʌŋkəm/
noun

Nonsense or worthless talk.

His speech on the economic policy was pure bunkum.
Visual representation of "bunkum" - Nonsense or worthless talk.

Often appears as...

  • pure bunkum
  • political bunkum

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Disapproving

Colloquial

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Colloquial Use

Bunkum is casual speech, not for formal writing or professional situations.

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You might hear someone say, 'Don't fill your essay with bunkum!'
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Negative Connotation

Bunkum implies content lacks value or truth, usually used in a dismissive way.

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The politician dismissed his opponent's claims as 'bunkum.'
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Cultural Origins

Originates from Bunkum County in the U.S., so it might be less known internationally.

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Non-U.S. English speakers might not know 'bunkum' as it's an Americanism.
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