cant (C1)

noun

Pronunciation: /kænt/

Definition

Hypocritical and sanctimonious talk, typically of a moral, religious, or political nature; language that is insincere or meaningless.

Examples

• The public grew tired of the endless political cant that offered no real solutions.

• She found his constant talk of 'integrity' to be pure cant, given his past actions.

• Critics dismissed the film's lofty dialogue as pretentious cant rather than profound insight.

Synonyms of cant

Words with a similar meaning to cant:

• hypocrisy
• platitude
• insincerity
• jargon

Antonyms of cant

Words with the opposite meaning to cant:

• sincerity
• honesty

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