Drivel

usgb/ˈdrɪvl/
noun

Speech or writing that is silly and not serious or meaningful.

I've never heard such drivel in my life.
Visual representation of "drivel" - Speech or writing that is silly and not serious or meaningful
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Context Matters

Use 'drivel' to criticize ideas or speech you find foolish, mostly in casual settings.

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The meeting was full of drivel, with no concrete plans.
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Avoid Offense

Be cautious using 'drivel,' as it can be offensive and dismissive of someone's thoughts.

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Calling my poem 'drivel' hurt my feelings.
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Informal Speech

'Drivel' is informal, more suitable for conversations with friends than in professional or academic writing.

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I skipped the party because it's usually just drivel.
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