Useful English Word or Phrase to Boost Your English: Codswallop

What does it mean?

Complete and utter nonsense.

Is it positive or negative?

Negative.

When do you use it?

Used to dismiss something someone said as untrue, ridiculous, or completely fabricated.

Examples

Example 1: That’s a load of codswallop and you know it! I saw what really happened.

Example 2: I don't listen to that politician anymore, it's all pure codswallop.

Question for you

What’s the biggest load of codswallop you’ve ever heard someone say?

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Codswallop is a quintessentially British word for nonsense. We work on all kinds of expressive vocabulary in online English lessons with a British native speaker. For a similar vibe, see Gobbledygook. Find out more here.