Horseshit
noun
A vulgar term used to describe something that is nonsense, absurd, or dishonest.
What he said about the project is just horseshit.
Often appears as...
- call horseshit
- horseshit excuses
Usage tips
Vulgar
general, colloquial, slang
noun
A term that conveys a strong opinion about something considered to lack truth or value.
The politician’s speech was filled with horseshit.
Often appears as...
- spout horseshit
- total horseshit
Usage tips
Vulgar, Informal
general, argumentative, expressive
noun
A vulgar term used to describe something that is nonsense, absurd, or dishonest.
What he said about the project is just horseshit.
Often appears as...
- call horseshit
- horseshit excuses
Usage tips
Vulgar
general, colloquial, slang
noun
A term that conveys a strong opinion about something considered to lack truth or value.
The politician’s speech was filled with horseshit.
Often appears as...
- spout horseshit
- total horseshit
Usage tips
Vulgar, Informal
general, argumentative, expressive
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Expressing Disbelief
Using horseshit can convey your strong opinion against something you find ridiculous.
I can’t believe you’d fall for that horseshit.
Pro Tip 2/3Context Awareness
Be mindful that horseshit is informal and can be seen as disrespectful in formal settings.
That comment is pure horseshit, but in a work meeting, it’s better to address it politely.
Pro Tip 3/3Cultural Sensitivity
Understand that the term might offend some audiences; use it judiciously based on your audience.
Some people might take offense at that word, so be cautious.
Pro Tip 1/3Expressing Disbelief
Using horseshit can convey your strong opinion against something you find ridiculous.
I can’t believe you’d fall for that horseshit.
Pro Tip 2/3Context Awareness
Be mindful that horseshit is informal and can be seen as disrespectful in formal settings.
That comment is pure horseshit, but in a work meeting, it’s better to address it politely.
Pro Tip 3/3Cultural Sensitivity
Understand that the term might offend some audiences; use it judiciously based on your audience.
Some people might take offense at that word, so be cautious.
Pro Tip 1/3Expressing Disbelief
Using horseshit can convey your strong opinion against something you find ridiculous.
I can’t believe you’d fall for that horseshit.
Pro Tip 2/3Context Awareness
Be mindful that horseshit is informal and can be seen as disrespectful in formal settings.
That comment is pure horseshit, but in a work meeting, it’s better to address it politely.
Pro Tip 3/3Cultural Sensitivity
Understand that the term might offend some audiences; use it judiciously based on your audience.
Some people might take offense at that word, so be cautious.
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