Definition of "razzmatazz" in inglés

noun

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. Empty and tiresome speculation.

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

3. (informal) 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. (rare) 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.

5. (obsolete, in the original sense) Energy, excitement, vigor.