fustian meaning

UK US /ˈfʌstiən/ 3 syllables

fustian (noun): pompous or pretentious talk or writing.

fustian has 2 meanings in this dictionary.

fustian as a noun

  1. pompous or pretentious talk or writing

    Synonyms: bombast, rant, claptrap, blah

    Type of: grandiosity

  2. a strong cotton and linen fabric with a slight nap

    Type of: fabric

How to pronounce fustian

fustian is pronounced /ˈfʌstiən/ in American English. It has 3 syllables, with the stress on the first syllable.

Scrabble score: 10 (letter breakdown)

Word lists: words starting with FU · words ending in AN · 7-letter words

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