Meaning & Definition of word "Hubbub"
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Hubbub
/ˈhʌbʌb/
noun:
- 1. a loud, confusing noise made by a crowd; a commotion.
- Example: The hubbub of the crowd at the festival could be heard from blocks away.
- 2. a lively or noisy situation.
- Example: There was quite a hubbub in the office after the announcement of the merger.
- 3. an uproar or fuss, especially over something minor.
- Example: The hubbub over the new policy change seemed excessive given the actual impact.
Etymology
Origin uncertain; possibly imitative.
Common Phrases and Expressions
make a hubbub:
To create a lot of noise or disturbance.
in the hubbub:
In a chaotic or noisy situation.
Related Words
commotion:
A state of confused and noisy disturbance.
uproar:
A state of noisy excitement or disturbance.
Slang Meanings of hubbub
Meaning: A significant stir or excitement, often used in informal contexts.
Example Sentence: There was quite a hubbub over the new game release.