blather vs bunkum

blather

noun
  • Nonsensical or foolish talk. 

verb
  • To say (something foolish or nonsensical); to say (something) in a foolish or overly verbose way. 

  • To talk rapidly without making much sense. 

bunkum

noun
  • Senseless talk; nonsense; a piece of nonsense. 

  • Bombastic political posturing or oratorical display designed only for show or public applause. 

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