Bunkum and Discernment

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Bunkum noun - Language, behavior, or ideas that are absurd and contrary to good sense.

Usage example: a cinematic depiction of the Middle Ages that was derided as pure bunkum by historians

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Discernment is an antonym for bunkum.

Nearby Word: bunk

Discernment noun - The ability to understand inner qualities or relationships.

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Bunkum is an antonym for discernment.

Nearby Words: discerning, discern, discerned

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