hooey

Definition

Silly talk or writing; nonsense, silliness, or fake assertion(s).

Etymology

Possibly related to phooey, possibly a euphemism for horseshit, or possibly from Ukrainian or Russian хуй (xuj). Compare hooie (interjection) and German hui.

Example Sentences

• "I heard his speech. It sounded like a whole lot of hooey to me."
• "For many doctors, meditation resides in the realm of New Age hooey—okay for Indian yogis and students of Eastern religion, but not suitable for scientific study."
• "Sheldon Cooper: I did, but I think I've kind of outgrown Star Trek. You know, stock characters, ludicrous plots, beam me up. What a load of hooey."