What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
pishposh
Example
Pishposh! That idea will never work. [pishposh: interjection]
Example
The argument was just a bunch of pishposh. [pishposh: noun]
balderdash
Example
That's balderdash! I don't believe a word of it. [balderdash: interjection]
Example
The whole story was just a bunch of balderdash. [balderdash: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Balderdash is more commonly used than pishposh in everyday language, especially in British English. Balderdash is also more versatile and can be used in a wider range of contexts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between pishposh and balderdash?
Neither pishposh nor balderdash are formal words. They are both informal and casual in tone, and are best used in informal settings or conversations with friends and family.
