Hooey

usgb/ˈhuːi/
noun

Nonsense, foolishness; ideas or statements that are not true or are ridiculous.

Don't listen to that hooey; it's just a lot of hot air.
Visual representation of "hooey" - Nonsense, foolishness; ideas or statements that are not true or are ridiculous.

Usage tips

Informal

flimsy hooey,a bunch of hooey,that’s hooey

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Context

Use 'hooey' in informal conversations to express disbelief or ridicule.

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"I can't believe he said that—what a bunch of hooey!"
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Formality

Avoid using 'hooey' in formal writing or speeches; it’s very casual.

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"In academic settings, it's better to use more formal language than 'hooey.'"
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Emotion

'Hooey' often carries a dismissal of absurdity, which can imply a light-hearted attitude.

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"His arguments sounded so ridiculous, all I could do was laugh and say it was hooey."
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