trash talk

[ trash tawk ]

noun

1. disparaging or boastful language:

   Both sides exchanged trash talk throughout the game.

   Trash talk is banned on this forum.

verb (used with or without object)

1. to use disparaging or boastful language to or about (someone):

   The site was used anonymously by high school bullies to publicly trash-talk, harass, and embarrass their targets.

   Maybe you should stop trash talking and check your facts!

Other Words From

• trash-talk·er noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of trash talk¹

First recorded in 1980–85

Example Sentences

The trash talk began with Trump saying that immigration had turned the United States into a "garbage can," a statement seized upon by the Harris campaign as another sign that Trump is unfit for office.

From Salon

Anthony Davis had 36 points, 16 rebounds, four assists, three blocked shots and a dose of trash talk during the Lakers’ season-opening win Tuesday.

From Los Angeles Times

There’s plenty of trash talk and hot goss in the surfing lineup.

From Los Angeles Times

In April, Reese talked about the trash talk that went both ways between her and Clark, including the gesture Reese made toward the Hawkeyes standout during the 2023 national championship game that received widespread attention.

From Los Angeles Times

Then there are those who mocked the reserved champion's trash talk - or rather lack of - and suggested he would crumble under the pressure of a Wembley crowd.

From BBC