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       2025-09-06T20:28:42Z
       
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       From Deeds Not Words on 🦋:Yes, trumpery is a word. It is a noun and an adjective with a long history, dating back to the 15th century.It comes from the Old French word tromperie, which means "deceit," from the verb tromper, "to deceive."Definition:As a noun, trumpery can mean:Worthless finery: Showy but cheap___Didn't you just know it? #Trumpery: showy, but cheap.