Meaning of the word puffery in English

What does puffery mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

puffery

US /ˈpʌf.ɚ.i/
UK /ˈpʌf.ər.i/

Noun

exaggerated or false praise

Example:
The advertisement was full of unsubstantiated puffery.
Legal experts often distinguish between factual claims and mere puffery.