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Bullshit: meaning, definitions and examples

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bullshit

 

[ หˆbสŠlสƒษชt ]

Noun / Verb
Context #1 | Noun

offensive talk

Bullshit refers to nonsense or meaningless talk, especially that which is deceptive or misleading. The term is often used to express disdain towards statements that are seen as insincere or lacking in truth. It can also imply a level of incredulity towards someone's assertions or claims. In casual conversation, calling something 'bullshit' reflects strong disapproval and skepticism. The expression is commonly used in both informal and some formal contexts, often when someone believes that the truth is being obscured.

Synonyms

bunk, gibberish, lies, nonsense, rubbish

Examples of usage

  • He was full of bullshit during the meeting.
  • Don't give me that bullshit; tell me the truth.
  • The politicianโ€™s speech was just a lot of bullshit.
Context #2 | Verb

to deceive

To bullshit means to speak or write insincerely and misleadingly, often with the intent to deceive. It can refer to both trivial and serious matters, emphasizing a lack of genuine truthfulness. This action implies a certain level of confidence in the presentation, even if the underlying information is false or exaggerated. People may use this term to describe the act of talking elaborately without saying anything of substance.

Synonyms

falsify, fib, lie, mislead

Examples of usage

  • He bullshitted his way through the interview.
  • Stop bullshitting and get to the point.
  • She always bullshts when asked about her qualifications.

Translations

Translations of the word "bullshit" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น besteira

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฌเค•เคตเคพเคธ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Quatsch

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ omong kosong

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะดัƒั€ะฝะธั†ั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ bzdura

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ้ฆฌ้นฟใ’ใŸใ“ใจ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท absurditรฉ

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ tonterรญa

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท saรงmalฤฑk

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํ—›์†Œ๋ฆฌ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู‡ุฑุงุก

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ nesmysl

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ hlรบposลฅ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่ƒก่ฏด

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ neumnost

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ bull

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฑะพั ัำฉะท

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ‘แƒแƒ แƒแƒขแƒ”แƒ‘แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ dษ™lilik

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ pendejada

Etymology

The term 'bullshit' combines 'bull,' which can refer derogatorily to something that is regarded as worthless or inflated, and 'shit,' which is a vulgar term for feces. The precise origins of the word are debated, but it is thought to have emerged in the early 20th century in the United States, possibly gaining traction in the 1920s. It became popular in academic and countercultural discourse during the mid-20th century, especially in relation to philosophical discussions about language and meaning. The term has seen various uses in literature, journalism, and everyday speech, often employed to challenge the authenticity of statements in a colloquial manner.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #19,662, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.