razzamatazz

Noun

razzmatazz (usually uncountable, plural razzmatazzes)

1. (usually) Ambiguous or meaningless language.
   • He says he's late for the meeting because his daughter had an emergency at school, but I don't buy this razzmatazz.

   Synonyms:

   claptrap, double-talk

2. (usually) Empty and tiresome speculation.
   • A few politicians are creating some razzmatazz about reinstating the draft.
3. (informal, usually) Something presenting itself in a fanciful and showy, often unrealistic manner, especially when intended to impress and confuse.
   • Is he really the next big thing, or is all the media attention just a bunch of razzmatazz?

   Synonyms:

   razzle-dazzle

4. (rare, usually) A long and imposing series of mindless but necessary tasks.
   • When I finally got done dealing with all the razzmatazz of college registration, I decided to go out and have a drink.

   Synonyms:

   drudgery

5. (obsolete, usually) Energy, excitement, vigor.