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Meaning of drivel
The primary meaning of the word "drivel" is to talk or write nonsense.
Etymology of drivel
The word "drivel" has its roots in Old English "drofian" and Middle English "drivelen", which meant to drool or slaver, and is related to the Old Norse word "drifa", meaning to drive or flow
Historically, the word initially referred to the act of drooling or the flow of saliva, but its meaning expanded to include foolish or meaningless talk or writing
Synonyms
Definitions
- To talk or write nonsense, especially in a stupid or childish way
- Foolish or meaningless talk or writing
- Saliva or mucus flowing from the mouth, typically as a result of illness or weakness
Usage Examples
- The politician's speech was full of drivel, and the audience quickly lost interest
- The book was filled with drivel, and I couldn't finish reading it
- After the illness, the patient began to drivel, and the nurse had to clean their mouth regularly