twaddle
UK: ˈtwɒd.əl | US: ˈtwɑː.dəl
n. trivial or foolish speech or writing; nonsense
v. to talk or write in a trivial or foolish manner
The word "twaddle" likely originates from an imitative or expressive formation, possibly mimicking the sound of idle or meaningless chatter. The suffix "-dle" is a frequentative ending, suggesting repetitive or ongoing action. While the exact root of "twad" is unclear, it may echo words like "tattle" or "twiddle," reinforcing the idea of trivial or frivolous talk. The term emerged in the late 18th century as a colloquialism for nonsense.
His speech was full of twaddle, lacking any substantive ideas.
Don’t waste your time listening to such twaddle.
She dismissed the article as mere twaddle.
He twaddled on about his theories without evidence.
The debate devolved into twaddle, frustrating the audience.