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fustian

/fʌˈstɪən/ noun · British & US
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What does fustian mean?

noun

Fustian is a type of cheap, showy, or insincere writing or speech, often used to describe something that is pretentious or lacking in substance.

Example

"The politician's speech was full of fustian, with empty promises and vague promises."

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