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Nonsense

noun
/ˈnɑn.sens/

Meaning

words or language that have no meaning; foolish or unacceptable behavior
Words or ideas that have no meaning or make no sense.

Example Sentences

Stop talking nonsense and be serious!

His explanation was pure nonsense.

Example Expressions

talk nonsense

Synonyms

rubbish, garbage, foolishness, absurdity, drivel, gibberish
Entry 1
rubbish, garbage, foolishness, absurdity
Entry 2
rubbish, absurdity, foolishness, drivel, gibberish

Antonyms

sense, logic, reason, wisdom, truth
Entry 1
sense, logic, reason, wisdom
Entry 2
truth, sense, logic

Collocations

complete nonsense, utter nonsense, talk nonsense, pure nonsense
Entry 1
complete nonsense, utter nonsense, talk nonsense
Entry 2
utter nonsense, talk nonsense, complete nonsense, pure nonsense

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