razzmatazz

noun

1. 1

   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.”

2. 2

   Empty and tiresome speculation.

   “A few politicians are creating some razzmatazz about reinstating the draft.”

3. 3

   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?”

4. 4

   A long and imposing series of mindless but necessary tasks; drudgery.

   “When I finally got done dealing with all the razzmatazz of college registration, I decided to go out and have a drink.”